Wood-Fired Pizza with Smoky Chorizo and Manchego

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Hand-stretched pizza topped with spicy chorizo, smoky roasted peppers, and nutty Manchego cheese, baked to perfection in a wood-fired oven. This spanish-inspired pizza ready in about 32 minutes pairs pizza dough, sliced thin Spanish chorizo, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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. 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: 12 min Serves 4 Spanish cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven or wood-fired pizza oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone inside for at least 45 minutes.
  2. Step 2: On a floured surface, stretch and shape 1 lb pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, ensuring an even thickness.
  3. Step 3: Brush the dough edges with 2 tbsp olive oil mixed with 1 minced garlic clove for a fragrant crust.
  4. Step 4: Evenly sprinkle 1 cup shredded Manchego cheese over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
  5. Step 5: Arrange 6 oz thinly sliced Spanish chorizo and 1 large sliced roasted red bell pepper over the cheese.
  6. Step 6: Lightly dust toppings with 1/2 tsp smoked paprika and 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves.
  7. Step 7: Transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
  8. Step 8: Remove from oven, sprinkle with coarse sea salt and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes if desired, slice, and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Pizza with Smoky Chorizo and Manchego take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (20 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 Pizza with Smoky Chorizo and Manchego?

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 Pizza with Smoky Chorizo and Manchego?

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 Pizza with Smoky Chorizo and Manchego 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 Pizza with Smoky Chorizo and Manchego?

Spanish 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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