Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Thin Crust Pizza

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Thin crust pizza topped with spicy Italian sausage, pepperoni slices, and melted mozzarella for a hearty, flavorful bite. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 30 minutes pairs pizza dough, canned tomato sauce, Italian sausage, casing removed for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 3, 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 3 Italian cuisine 600 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Crumble and cook 150 g Italian sausage for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Season with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 300 g pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch thin circle and place on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Spread 150 g canned tomato sauce evenly over the dough, sprinkle 1/2 tsp dried oregano on top.
  4. Step 4: Distribute the cooked sausage evenly, arrange 50 g pepperoni slices over the sauce, then top with 150 g shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Step 5: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven, let cool for 3 minutes, slice, and serve.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Thin Crust 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 Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Thin Crust 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 dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Thin Crust 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 Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Thin Crust Pizza for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Italian Sausage and Pepperoni Thin Crust 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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