Meat Lovers’ Sheet Pan Pizza

Making the Dough

Creating a delicious sheet pan pizza at home is both fun and easy. If you’re up for a little baking, you can make your own pizza dough using a no-knead recipe. This is simple and gives you the flexibility to make the dough ahead of time.

Just mix flour, yeast, salt, and water, then let it rise for a few hours. If you’re in a rush, store-bought dough works great too. Let the dough come to room temperature before you start working with it. Roll it out on a floured surface until it’s the right size for your sheet pan, then press it into the pan, ensuring it’s evenly spread out.

Adding the Toppings

To make a hearty meat lovers’ pizza, you’ll need some Italian sausage, ham, and pepperoni. Start by cooking the Italian sausage in a skillet until it’s fully cooked. This adds a wonderful flavor to your pizza. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the dough in your sheet pan. Next, sprinkle on a generous amount of grated mozzarella cheese. Follow this with the cooked sausage, then add slices of ham and pepperoni. For a little extra flavor, you can add thinly sliced red bell pepper. Season the pizza with a pinch of salt, some black pepper, and a bit of dried parsley.

Baking and Serving

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Bake the pizza for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before cutting it into pieces. This allows the cheese to set a bit, making it easier to slice.

This recipe makes a large pizza, which is perfect for sharing with family or friends, and you might even have leftovers. To reheat the pizza, place slices in a covered skillet over low heat. This will get the crust crispy again and the cheese melty.
Enjoy your homemade sheet pan pizza, whether it’s fresh out of the oven or reheated the next day. It’s a delightful and satisfying meal that’s easy to make and sure to please any meat lover.