Hey there, fellow food lovers! Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I am going to share my latest kitchen creation with you: The Pizza Bowl.
This dish came to life on one of those nights when I was craving pizza but wanted something a bit different. I remember staring at my fridge, wondering how to satisfy my pizza craving without the usual carb overload. That’s when it hit me – why not toss all those amazing pizza toppings into a bowl?
The result was this delicious, lower-carb alternative that still hits all the right pizza notes. It’s become a regular in my household, especially on busy weeknights when I want something quick but satisfying.
Whether you’re looking to switch up your pizza game or just want a comforting meal, this Pizza Bowl might just become your new go-to. Let’s dive in and see how it comes together! Try Keto Pizza and Fruit Pizza for more such healthy choices.
Why Does This Recipe Work?
- Great flavor and texture: This dish has all the right pizza elements—cheesy, and hearty, with a satisfying crunch from the veggies. It tastes just like a top-notch pizza.
- Quick and simple: You can assemble this dish in just 20 minutes, making homemade pizza feasible any night of the week.
- Better than fast food: While fast-food pizza chains like Papa John’s started the trend, this homemade version is healthier and tastier.
- Easy to personalize: Like any good pizza recipe, you can customize it with your favorite toppings, sauces, and cheeses.
Pizza Bowl Recipe
Equipment
- Large non-stick skillet
- 4 individual-sized (2 cup) oven-proof baking dishes
- Cooking spray
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian turkey sausage links casings removed (hot or sweet)
- 1/2 onion diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Pinch each garlic powder and crushed red pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheese preferably Italian or Pizza blend
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 12 slices turkey pepperoni or regular pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Coat baking dishes with cooking spray.
- Cook turkey sausage, onion, and bell pepper in skillet until sausage is cooked and veggies are soft.
- Stir in oregano, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper; remove from heat.
- Divide half of marinara sauce among baking dishes. Top with sausage mixture.
- Add remaining sauce, cheese, and arrange pepperoni slices on top.
- Bake until bubbly and cheese melts, 12-18 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Try out These Variations!
- Cheese: Use any cheese you prefer, but parmesan is recommended for an Italian touch.
- Meats: Swap pepperoni for Italian sausage, meatballs, or ground beef if desired.
- Seasonings: Enhance flavor with dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, onion powder, thyme, or paprika.
- Favorite Pizza Toppings: Customize with black olives, pineapple, mushrooms, spinach, artichokes, or fresh basil.
- Make It Bigger: Scale up for a crowd by doubling or tripling the recipe into a skillet or baking dish. Serve as a dip with tortilla or pita chips, or as a hearty casserole for a family meal.
Topping Options for You!
- BBQ Chicken: Sliced chicken breast, cheddar cheese, red onion, and BBQ sauce.
- Extra Cheesy: Fresh mozzarella balls, cheddar cheese, parmesan, and minced garlic.
- Meat Lovers: Pepperoni, sausage, ham, ground beef, and salami.
- Vegetarian: Spinach, mushrooms, white onions, and bell peppers.
- Hawaiian: Ham, bacon, and pineapple.
- Sweet & Spicy: Spicy soppressata, goat cheese, honey, and fresh rosemary.
