Ingredients
½ pound pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
½ cup marinara sauce
12 ounces spicy sausage, cooked and crumbled
¼ cup thinly sliced onion (yellow, red, or white)
¼ cup thinly sliced mini sweet peppers (or bell peppers)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon chili oil (optional)
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the dough:
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If using homemade dough, follow your recipe instructions.
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For store-bought dough, remove it from the packaging and shape into a 12-inch circle. Lightly flour and spray a pizza pan with non-stick spray, then transfer the dough.
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Preheat the oven:
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Place a rack in the lower-middle position and preheat to 475°F (245°C).
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Assemble the pizza:
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Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
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Evenly distribute the cooked sausage, onions, and peppers over the sauce.
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Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the toppings.
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Bake the pizza:
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Bake for 15–17 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Rotate halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.
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Finish and serve:
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Drizzle with chili oil and sprinkle crushed red pepper for added heat, if desired.
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Allow the pizza to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before slicing.
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Notes
- Adjust the spiciness: Use regular Italian sausage and omit the chili oil and red pepper flakes if you prefer a milder pizza.
- Extra flavor: Sprinkle fresh sage, oregano, or basil on top before serving.
- Sweetness balance: The peppers and onions naturally soften and become sweet during baking, which complements the spicy sausage.
- Extra kick: For a spicier version, mix 1 tablespoon of chili oil directly into the marinara sauce before spreading it on the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 17 min