Skillet Margarita Pizza
Indulge in the irresistible simplicity of Skillet Margarita Pizza, a fast and flavorful twist on the classic Italian favorite, crafted entirely in a trusty cast-iron skillet. This recipe features a golden, crisp pizza crust prepared stove-top, layered with tangy tomato sauce, creamy fresh mozzarella, and aromatic basil leaves for a perfectly balanced bite every time. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, it’s a quick and satisfying option for two that channels authentic pizzeria vibes right in your kitchen. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this skillet-cooked pizza is customizable with optional crushed red pepper for a kick of spice. Serve it hot, fresh, and bubbling for a crowd-pleasing meal that's guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (approx. 8 oz) Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Tomato sauce
- 6 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a circle slightly smaller than the diameter of your skillet.
Brush 1 tablespoon of olive oil on one side of the dough.
Carefully place the dough in the skillet, oiled side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bottom is golden brown and crisp.
Flip the dough using a spatula and reduce the heat to low.
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the cooked side of the dough.
Tear the fresh mozzarella into smaller pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce.
Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil to trap the heat, allowing the cheese to melt. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the skillet from heat.
Sprinkle salt evenly over the pizza and add fresh basil leaves on top.
For extra flavor, optionally sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes.
Transfer the pizza to a cutting board, slice, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.6 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.9 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 2828 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 57.9 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 926 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 385 mg | 8% | |
*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.
