Best 7 Stovetop Skillet Pizza Recipes

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Are you looking for an easy and delicious way to make pizza at home? Look no further than stovetop skillet pizza! This unique cooking method results in a crispy, golden crust and perfectly melted cheese, all without the need for a traditional oven. With just a few simple ingredients and a trusty skillet, you can whip up a mouthwatering pizza that rivals your favorite takeout. Whether you prefer classic pepperoni or something more adventurous like roasted vegetables and goat cheese, the possibilities are endless. So grab your skillet and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SKILLET PIZZA



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Meet the Cook: I created this recipe during a hot spell one summer. With the temperature in the 90's every day, I didn't want to turn on the oven. So I decided to make our favorite family pizza in a skillet instead! Anyone who likes pizza, has kids or just wants a quick and simple meal would likely enjoy Skillet Pizza. It's great to take along to get-togethers, too - you can prepare it at home, then just plug in the skillet when you arrive. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 pizza (12 inches).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6-1/2 ounces) pizza crust mix
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 cup pepperoni slices
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Grease a 12-in. electric or stove-top skillet. Prepare pizza crust according to package directions. , Line bottom and 1/2 in. up the sides of the skillet with dough. Combine tomato sauce, Italian seasoning and oregano; spread over dough. Layer pepperoni, onion, green pepper and olives over sauce; sprinkle with cheese. , Cover and cook over medium heat (set electric skillet to 375°) for 15 minutes or until crust is brown on bottom and cheese is melted. Slide out onto a cutting board and cut into wedges or squares. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1139mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CAST-IRON PIZZA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound frozen store-bought pizza dough, thawed and risen
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup store-bought pizza sauce
1/2 cup pepperoni
4 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
1/4 cup torn fresh basil

Steps:

  • Place a 12-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven and preheat to 500 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, roll or stretch the dough into a 14-inch circle. Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Drizzle two thirds of the olive oil into the skillet, then carefully transfer the dough to the skillet, pressing the dough up the edges. Spread the sauce over the dough, making sure to get all the way to the edges. Shingle the pepperoni over the sauce and top with the mozzarella pearls. Brush the exposed dough with the remaining olive oil. Bake on the bottom rack until golden brown, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • Transfer to a cutting board, top with torn basil, cut into slices and serve.

STOVE TOP SKILLET PIZZA



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Make and share this Stove Top Skillet Pizza recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (6 1/2 ounce) package pizza crust mix
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/2 cup pepperoni
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup sliced black olives
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Spary a 12 inch stove top skillet with cooking spray.
  • Prepare pizza crust according to package directions.
  • Press dough in skillet making sure dough goes up about a 1/2 inch up the sides of the pan.
  • Put pizza sauce on dough.
  • Put pepperoni, green pepper, and olives over sauce.
  • Top with cheese.
  • Cover and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes or until crust is brown on bottom and cheese is melted.
  • Slide onto cutting board, cut and serve.

PAN-FRIED PIZZAS



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I love how simple this recipe is to put together, just roll out the dough, pan-sear until crispy and top. No oven needed. It's the kind of appetizer or snack that just leaves people wanting more. Want to save some time? Buy store-bought pizza rounds and just cook and top! Feel free to add other herbs, like some fresh oregano, or sun-dried or oven-roasted tomatoes instead of fresh ones. This is a recipe that can take some variety.

Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup balsamic vinegar
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/2 pound (8 ounces) prepared pizza dough, at room temperature
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus additional for drizzling
6 sprigs fresh thyme
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup whole-milk ricotta
1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus additional for garnish
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup tightly-packed fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
Pizzeria Salt, recipe follows
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Make the balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, bring the balsamic vinegar to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cook until reduced by two-thirds and syrupy, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside to let cool.
  • Shape the crust: On a flat, lightly-floured surface, divide the dough into quarters. Roll each into a loose ball. Cover with a kitchen towel and allow the dough to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Working with one ball at a time, roll and gently stretch into an 8-inch round about 1/8-inch thick. (Note: You can also use a rolling pin, if easier.) Set aside, covering with the towel or plastic wrap.
  • Cook the crusts: Heat 4 tablespoons oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the sprigs of thyme. Let cook until crispy, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer the thyme sprigs to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside to cool, then pick the leaves off the stems. Reserve the leaves.
  • Increase the heat to medium. Working with one round of dough at a time, gently place the dough into the hot oil so that it lies flat in the skillet. Cook until the underside is browned and the edges are crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Use a pair of kitchen tongs or a heatproof spatula to flip the dough to the other side, taking care, as the oil is hot and can splatter. Cook until the crust looks crispy, another 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the crust to a sheet pan fitted with a wire rack. Repeat with the remaining dough, adding and heating more oil in the skillet as needed between batches.
  • Prepare the tomatoes: In a medium bowl, toss the tomatoes with some salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Make the ricotta mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, garlic, fried thyme leaves and salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasonings.
  • Assemble the pizzas: Transfer the crusts to a cutting board. Use the back of a kitchen spoon to spread the ricotta mixture evenly among the 4 pizzas. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle the basil and Pizzeria Salt over the ricotta. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze. Top with the tomatoes.
  • Cut each pizza into slices with a pizza cutter or saw into pieces gently with a serrated knife. Serve immediately with another drizzle of balsamic and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan and Pizzeria Salt.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano and red pepper flakes.

BREAKFAST PIZZA SKILLET



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I found the recipe for this hearty stovetop dish several years ago and changed it to fit our tastes. When I served it at a Christmas brunch, it was an instant hit. -Marilyn Hash, Enumclaw, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
5 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Sour cream and salsa, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Add the potatoes, onion, green pepper, salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat for 18-20 minutes or until the potatoes are browned. , Stir in mushrooms. Pour eggs over the potato mixture. Arrange tomato slices on top. Sprinkle with cheese. , Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes or until eggs are completely set (do not stir). Serve with sour cream and salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 219mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

UPSIDE-DOWN SKILLET PIZZA



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Make and share this Upside-Down Skillet Pizza recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PollyB

Categories     Cheese

Time 43m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 large red bell pepper, trimmed and cut lengthwise into 1/4 wide strips
1/2 large green bell pepper, trimmed and cut lengthwise into 1/4 wide strips
1 small onion, slivered lengthwise
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus
1 pinch pepper
4 small ripe plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 (10 ounce) can prepared pizza crust
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Place large, well-seasoned cast iron skillet over moderate heat.
  • Add olive oil and swirl around pan to coat.
  • Add both peppers and onion; sauté to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Add 1 tablespoon water and cook until tender, about 2 minutes longer.
  • Add garlic, oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper.
  • Cook 1 minute longer.
  • Remove from heat and arrange sliced tomatoes over top.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Unroll pizza dough.
  • Trim corners off (or fold under) and arrange dough over vegetables.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 17 minutes or until crust is crisp and golden brown.
  • Invert serving plate over pan (run knife around dough if stuck to pan) and invert both, holding firmly with potholders, to unmold pizza.
  • Replace any vegetables that may remain in skillet.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, cut and serve immediately.

SKILLET BREAKFAST PIZZA



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Skillet breakfast pizza is hot, crispy pizza dough that is oozing with veggies and cheesy bacon yumminess. Plus, it's low in calories!

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Meat and Seafood     Bacon

Time 54m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 slices low-sodium bacon
½ teaspoon olive oil
½ onion, thinly sliced
1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated pizza dough (such as Trader Joe's®)
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
cooking spray
1 (6 ounce) package fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels; crumble into small pieces.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent and starting to brown, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat; transfer to a bowl.
  • Roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle and press into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of a well seasoned 10-inch cast iron skillet. Fold the edges of the dough under and crimp like a pie.
  • Mix ricotta cheese and garlic powder together in a bowl; spread over the bottom of the crust. Scatter bacon, onion, mozzarella cheese, and black pepper on top.
  • Place cast iron skillet over high heat until mozzarella cheese starts to melt, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer skillet to the preheated oven; bake pizza until crust is lightly browned, about 18 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray. Add spinach; cook, stirring frequently, until wilted, about 1 minute. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess moisture. Place spinach over pizza; slice into 8 wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 649.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

Tips:

  • To make sure the pizza cooks evenly, use a skillet that is at least 12 inches in diameter.
  • Press the dough out evenly into the skillet, making sure to create a raised edge around the perimeter.
  • Use a generous amount of pizza sauce, but not so much that it makes the dough soggy.
  • Add your favorite toppings, but don't overload the pizza, or it will be difficult to cook through.
  • Cook the pizza over medium heat, covered, for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Stovetop skillet pizza is a quick and easy way to enjoy delicious pizza at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a pizza that is just as good as anything you would get from a pizzeria. So next time you're craving pizza, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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