Wood-Fired Mushroom and Arugula Pizza with Burrata
Earthy sautéed mushrooms atop a crispy wood-fired crust, finished with peppery arugula and creamy burrata cheese for a decadent finish. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 72 minutes pairs pizza dough, sliced cremini mushrooms, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 oz burrata cheese
- 1 cup fresh arugula
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 500°F with a pizza stone inside for 45 minutes to replicate wood-fired conditions.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté for 6-7 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and become golden.
- Step 3: Season mushrooms with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, stir and remove from heat.
- Step 4: On a floured surface, roll out 1 lb pizza dough to a 12-inch round. Transfer to a pizza peel or parchment paper.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella evenly over the dough, then evenly distribute the sautéed mushrooms.
- Step 6: Carefully slide the pizza onto the heated stone and bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is melted.
- Step 7: Remove pizza from oven and tear 6 oz burrata cheese over the top.
- Step 8: Toss 1 cup fresh arugula with 1 tsp lemon juice and scatter over the pizza.
- Step 9: Finish with 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese. Slice and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Wood-Fired Mushroom and Arugula Pizza with Burrata take to make?
Total time is about 72 minutes (60 min prep + 12 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 Mushroom and Arugula Pizza with Burrata?
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 Mushroom and Arugula Pizza with Burrata?
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 Mushroom and Arugula Pizza with Burrata for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Mushroom and Arugula Pizza with Burrata?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The combination of mushrooms and burrata is divine.
- ★★★★★
Quick to make and absolutely delicious. Will be making again!
- ★★★★★
Wood-fired flavor is unmatched. The arugula added a great fresh note.