Hot Skillet Pizza

Transform your pizza night with this irresistible Hot Skillet Pizza, where crispy edges meet gooey, cheesy perfection. This recipe takes the art of homemade pizza to the next level by using a cast iron skillet, creating a golden, bakery-style crust that’s both chewy and delightfully crisp. Topped with tangy pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, and fresh basil, this pizza is finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan for an extra burst of flavor. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing weekend indulgence, this skillet pizza comes together in under an hour and serves four. Perfect your pizza game with this easy method, and savor every bite of this delicious one-pan creation!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 10 Pepperoni slices
• 4 Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Cornmeal (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until the dough starts to come together.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 6

On a clean surface dusted with cornmeal, roll or stretch the dough into a round that matches the size of your skillet (typically 10–12 inches).

Step 7

Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 8

Carefully place the dough into the hot skillet and push it gently to the edges of the pan.

Step 9

Cook the dough for 2–3 minutes until the bottom becomes golden and crisp.

Step 10

Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 11

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add the pepperoni slices and basil leaves.

Step 12

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.

Step 13

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven (the handle will be hot!) and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top.

Step 14

Allow the pizza to cool for 2–3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1154.8 grams (1154.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3098

Total Fat 181.20g	232%
Saturated Fat 65.70g	329%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 389mg	130%
Sodium 8964mg	390%
Total Carbohydrate 230.00g	84%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 12.90g
Protein 126.70g	253%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1328mg	102%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 2592mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.3%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 30.1%