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Ultimate Guide to Making Skillet Pizza

Skillet pizza is a quick, delicious alternative to traditional oven-baked pizza, offering a crispy crust and melty toppings in under 30 minutes. Here’s a simple yet foolproof method to master it at home.

Ingredients: For the dough, mix 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp instant yeast, ½ tsp salt, 2 tbsp olive oil, and ½ cup warm water. For toppings, use tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella, your favorite veggies, meats, or herbs.

Steps:

1. Prepare the dough: Combine flour, yeast, and salt in a bowl. Add olive oil and warm water, knead until smooth (5 mins). Let it rest for 10 minutes.

2. Heat the skillet: Place a 10-inch cast-iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and swirl to coat.

3. Shape the crust: Stretch the dough into a 12-inch circle (it’s okay if it’s irregular). Carefully transfer it to the hot skillet. Cook for 2 minutes until the bottom sets slightly.

4. Add toppings: Spread tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a border. Top with cheese and desired toppings. Cover the skillet and cook for 8–10 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese bubbles.

5. Finish and serve: Uncover, let it cool for 2 minutes, then slice. Garnish with basil or red pepper flakes if desired.

Tips: Pre-cook veggies to avoid sogginess. For extra crispiness, broil the pizza for 1 minute at the end. Enjoy your homemade skillet pizza—it’s that easy!