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Easy Pan Pizza (Pizza à la Poêle)
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Easy Pan Pizza (Pizza à la Poêle)
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Easy Pan Pizza (Pizza à la Poêle)

Discover how to prepare a quick and delicious pan pizza right in your kitchen. This recipe is perfect for a fast weeknight meal or a satisfying snack, featuring a crispy crust cooked directly in a skillet, topped with flavorful tomato sauce, gooey melted mozzarella, and your favorite ingredients. A simple and delightful homemade pizza experience!
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Mixing ingredients for the dough
Mixing ingredients for the dough

Recipe Information

15m
Prep Time
12m
Cook Time
27m
Total Time
2
Servings
Easy
Italian
French
Nutrition (per serving)
550
Calories
25g
Protein
60g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Dough being pressed into the pan
Dough being pressed into the pan

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour
    (Plus extra for dusting)

    250 g
  • Lukewarm water

    150 ml
  • Instant dry yeast
    (1 packet)

    7 g
  • Granulated sugar

    1 tsp
  • Salt

    1 tsp
  • Extra virgin olive oil
    (Plus extra for the pan)

    2 tbsp
  • Tomato sauce
    (Pizza sauce or plain passata)

    150 ml
  • Low-moisture mozzarella cheese
    (Shredded)

    150 g
  • Cooked ham
    (Diced, or other preferred toppings like pepperoni, mushrooms)

    100 g
  • Dried oregano

    1 tsp
Servings: 2
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Pan pizza with sauce and toppings added
Pan pizza with sauce and toppings added

Instructions

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  • 1

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant dry yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Gradually add the lukewarm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant dry yeast, granulated sugar, and salt. Gradually add the lukewarm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
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    Ensure water is lukewarm (around 105-115°F or 40-46°C) to properly activate the yeast. Don't add all the water at once; adjust as needed.
  • 2

    Lightly oil a clean bowl, place the dough inside, and turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
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    Lightly oil a clean bowl, place the dough inside, and turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
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    A slightly warm oven (turned off) or a sunny spot can accelerate the rising process.
  • 3

    Once risen, gently punch down the dough and transfer it to a lightly oiled non-stick pan (about 10-12 inches). Use your fingertips to gently press and stretch the dough to fit the bottom and slightly up the sides of the pan.
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    Once risen, gently punch down the dough and transfer it to a lightly oiled non-stick pan (about 10-12 inches). Use your fingertips to gently press and stretch the dough to fit the bottom and slightly up the sides of the pan.
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    If the dough resists stretching, let it rest for 5 minutes, then continue shaping. This allows the gluten to relax.
  • 4

    Place the pan over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes until the bottom of the crust is golden brown and slightly crispy. This pre-cooks the base and prevents a soggy pizza.
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    Place the pan over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes until the bottom of the crust is golden brown and slightly crispy. This pre-cooks the base and prevents a soggy pizza.
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    Lift a corner of the dough gently with a spatula to check for browning before flipping.
  • 5

    Flip the dough over in the pan. Immediately spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pre-cooked side, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle with dried oregano, then add the diced ham and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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    Flip the dough over in the pan. Immediately spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pre-cooked side, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle with dried oregano, then add the diced ham and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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    Avoid overloading with toppings, as this can make the pizza difficult to cook evenly and potentially soggy.
  • 6

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid (or aluminum foil), and cook for another 7-10 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted, bubbly, and the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
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    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid (or aluminum foil), and cook for another 7-10 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted, bubbly, and the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
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    Covering the pan creates steam, which helps the cheese melt quickly and prevents the toppings from drying out.
  • 7

    Carefully slide the pan pizza onto a cutting board. Let it rest for a minute before slicing into wedges and serving hot.
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    Carefully slide the pan pizza onto a cutting board. Let it rest for a minute before slicing into wedges and serving hot.
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    A quick rest helps the cheese set and makes for cleaner slices. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh basil if desired.
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