Hand-Tossed Spicy Sausage and Jalapeño Pizza

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A 10.5-inch personal pizza topped with spicy Italian sausage and fresh jalapeños for a fiery kick balanced by melted mozzarella. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 30 minutes pairs ball pizza dough (10.5-inch size), pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese shredded for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 calories and feeds 1, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 1 Italian cuisine 700 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F and lightly oil a pizza stone or baking sheet with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 1 ball of pizza dough into a 10.5-inch circle on a floured surface and transfer to the prepared stone.
  3. Step 3: Spread 1/3 cup pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then evenly distribute 1/2 cup sliced cooked spicy Italian sausage and 1/4 cup fresh jalapeño slices.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tsp dried oregano over the toppings and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
  6. Step 6: Remove and let cool for 3 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Hand-Tossed Spicy Sausage and Jalapeño Pizza take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Hand-Tossed Spicy Sausage and Jalapeño Pizza?

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 pizza sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hand-Tossed Spicy Sausage and Jalapeño Pizza?

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 Hand-Tossed Spicy Sausage and Jalapeño Pizza for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Hand-Tossed Spicy Sausage and Jalapeño Pizza?

Italian pizza 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.

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