Napoli-Style Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella and Oregano

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A classic Neapolitan pizza featuring a thin crust topped with crushed tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and aromatic oregano baked to perfection. This Italian-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Pizza dough, Crushed San Marzano tomatoes, Fresh mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 2, 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: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 600 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 500°F and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: On a lightly floured surface, stretch 12 oz pizza dough into a 12-inch round about 1/4-inch thick, leaving a slightly thicker edge.
  3. Step 3: Spread 1/2 cup crushed San Marzano tomatoes evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
  4. Step 4: Tear 6 oz fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute evenly over the tomato layer.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tsp dried oregano and 1/4 tsp sea salt over the top, then drizzle 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil.
  6. Step 6: Transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone or sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven and scatter 5 fresh basil leaves on top before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Napoli-Style Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella and Oregano take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Napoli-Style Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella and Oregano?

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 Napoli-Style Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella and Oregano?

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 Napoli-Style Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella and Oregano for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Napoli-Style Pizza with Fresh Mozzarella and Oregano?

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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