High Protein Detroit Pan Style Sausage Cheese Pizza
Indulge in the ultimate treat with this High Protein Detroit Pan Style Sausage Cheese Pizza, a bold and hearty twist on traditional pan pizza that’s perfect for satisfying both your taste buds and your protein-packed cravings. Featuring a thick, airy crust crafted with olive oil and instant yeast, this Detroit-style masterpiece boasts a signature crispy cheese edge created by layering provolone slices all the way to the pan’s edges. Topped with savory ground chicken sausage, melty mozzarella, tangy tomato sauce, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes for a flavorful finish, every bite is a perfect harmony of smoky, spicy, and cheesy goodness. Easy to prepare in under two hours and ideal for sharing, this high-protein pizza is a perfect centerpiece for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 10 grams Salt
- 30 milliliters Olive oil
- 300 milliliters Warm water
- 250 grams Ground chicken sausage
- 200 grams Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 200 grams Tomato sauce
- 5 grams Oregano
- 2 grams Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 grams Garlic powder
- 8 slices Provolone cheese slices
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and salt.
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
Place the dough in a greased large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C).
Grease a Detroit-style pizza pan or a 9x13 inch baking pan with olive oil.
Stretch the dough evenly in the pan, pressing to the edges.
Layer the provolone cheese slices evenly on top of the dough, reaching the edges for a crispy cheese crust.
Spread the tomato sauce over the cheese layer.
Top with an even layer of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses.
In a skillet, cook the ground chicken sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the cheese layer.
Season the pizza with oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and garlic powder.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and the edges are nicely browned and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let sit for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your high-protein Detroit pan-style sausage cheese pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.1 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.0 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 513 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 9582 mg | 417% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 339.2 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 220.6 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3789 mg | 291% | |
| Iron | 24.7 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 1376 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
