Pizza Skillet Supper
Transform dinnertime into a family-favorite feast with this one-pan Pizza Skillet Supper, a mouthwatering fusion of hearty pasta and classic pizza flavors! This quick and flavorful dish combines ground Italian sausage, tender penne pasta, and tangy pizza sauce, all simmered together in a single skillet for easy cleanup. Topped with melty mozzarella cheese, savory pepperoni, and optional black olives, it’s finished under the broiler for that gooey, golden finish reminiscent of a pizza straight from the oven. Perfectly seasoned with oregano and a fresh basil garnish, this 35-minute recipe is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you’re craving comfort food or looking for a kid-friendly dinner idea, this pizza-pasta hybrid is a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage (or ground beef)
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups pizza sauce
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 2.5 cups water
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup pepperoni slices
- 0.25 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the ground Italian sausage (or ground beef) to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the pizza sauce, water, and uncooked penne pasta. Stir well to combine, ensuring the pasta is fully submerged in the liquid.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Preheat the oven to broil if your skillet is oven-safe.
Stir in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese into the pasta mixture. Spread the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella evenly over the top.
Add the pepperoni slices and optional black olives over the cheese to create a pizza-like topping. Sprinkle with dried oregano for added flavor.
Place the skillet under the oven broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Allow it to cool slightly, then garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Serve hot directly from the skillet and enjoy your Pizza Skillet Supper!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 264.9 g | 340% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.7 g | 478% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 10865 mg | 472% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 379.8 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.2 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.5 g | ||
| Protein | 217.2 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2109 mg | 162% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 5423 mg | 115% | |
*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.
