Chicago-Style Funfetti Pizza Skillet
A playful twist on deep-dish pizza baked in a skillet with a sweet sprinkle topping that melts into gooey perfection. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs store-bought pizza dough, tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 14 oz, store-bought pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup, shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup, shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Roll 14 oz pizza dough into a 12-inch circle and press into a 10-inch cast-iron skillet coated with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Step 2: Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with 1/2 tsp garlic powder and 1/2 tsp dried oregano.
- Step 3: Layer 1 cup shredded mozzarella and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the sauce, then sprinkle 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles evenly on top.
- Step 4: Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Chicago-Style Funfetti Pizza Skillet take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Chicago-Style Funfetti Pizza Skillet?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep store-bought pizza dough from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Chicago-Style Funfetti Pizza Skillet?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Chicago-Style Funfetti Pizza Skillet for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Chicago-Style Funfetti Pizza Skillet?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this chicago-style are incredible.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
