Wood-Fired BBQ Shrimp and Bacon Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers
A smoky wood-fired pizza topped with tender BBQ shrimp, crispy bacon, roasted red peppers, and a blend of parmesan and cheddar cheeses on a garlic olive oil base. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 30 minutes pairs pizza dough, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pizza dough
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 oz bbq shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 strips bacon strips, cooked and chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 500°F and place a pizza stone inside to heat for at least 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil and 3 minced garlic cloves until fragrant, about 1 minute at room temperature.
- Step 2: Toss 6 oz bbq shrimp with 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Set aside.
- Step 3: On a lightly floured surface, stretch 12 oz pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Brush the garlic olive oil mixture evenly over the dough.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the dough.
- Step 5: Arrange the seasoned bbq shrimp, 3 chopped cooked bacon strips, and 1/2 cup sliced roasted red peppers evenly atop the cheese.
- Step 6: Transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone and bake for 8-10 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Step 7: Remove from oven, let cool for 2 minutes, then slice and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Wood-Fired BBQ Shrimp and Bacon Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers 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 Wood-Fired BBQ Shrimp and Bacon Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers?
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 Wood-Fired BBQ Shrimp and Bacon Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers?
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 Wood-Fired BBQ Shrimp and Bacon Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers 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 Wood-Fired BBQ Shrimp and Bacon Pizza with Roasted Red Peppers?
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.
