Description
This Spicy Sausage and Pepperoncini Thin Crust Pizza is a zesty, flavorful twist on traditional pizza. The savory sausage pairs perfectly with the tangy heat of pepperoncini peppers, all sitting atop a crispy thin crust. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or gathering with friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for extra spice)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If using store-bought dough, roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thinness. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the crumbled sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Remove from heat and set aside.
- Spread a thin layer of olive oil over the pizza dough. Sprinkle the garlic powder evenly across the dough.
- Distribute the cooked sausage evenly over the pizza, followed by the sliced pepperoncini peppers.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once the pizza is done, remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- If you like a spicier pizza, add extra crushed red pepper flakes or use a spicier sausage.
- For a smoky flavor, consider adding a few slices of smoked mozzarella or using a smoky sausage.
- You can use any pizza dough recipe or store-bought dough that you prefer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/4 of pizza)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: undefined
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: undefined
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: undefined