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spicy chorizo pizza with bubbling cheese and fresh basil

Spicy Chorizo Pizza: Best Fiery Recipe You’ll Love


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  • Author: Mia
  • Total Time: 27–30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x

Description

Spicy chorizo pizza delivers bold flavor with smoky sausage, melty cheese & a crispy crust. Discover the best recipe and tips today.


Ingredients

Scale

1 pound pizza dough – store-bought or homemade

1 cup tomato sauce – store-bought or homemade

1 to 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1020 slices of chorizo sausage – use mild or spicy depending on preference

Olive oil – for brushing the crust

1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)

½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Fresh basil leaves or parsley – for garnish (optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven during the preheat process.

  2. Roll Out the Dough:
    On a lightly floured surface, roll out your pizza dough to your desired thickness.

    • If using a pizza peel and stone: Transfer the dough to the peel.

    • If using a baking sheet: Place the dough on a parchment-lined or lightly greased sheet.

  3. Top the Dough:

    • Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving about a ½-inch border for the crust.

    • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.

    • Distribute the chorizo slices across the top. Use more if you prefer a meatier bite.

  4. Season and Oil:

    • Lightly brush the crust with olive oil.

    • Sprinkle dried oregano and garlic powder over the pizza for an extra flavor boost (optional).

  5. Bake:

    • Using pizza stone: Slide the pizza directly onto the preheated stone and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

    • Using baking sheet: Place it in the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.

  6. Serve:

    • Remove from the oven and allow the pizza to cool slightly.

    • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired.

    • Slice into 8 pieces and serve immediately.

Notes

This spicy chorizo pizza combines smoky, flavorful sausage with gooey mozzarella and a crisp golden crust for the ultimate homemade pizza night. Use Spanish or Mexican chorizo depending on your spice preference, and don’t forget the fresh herbs for a perfect finish. Quick to make, bold in flavor—this is a must-try for pizza lovers who like it hot!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
  • Category: Pizza
  • Method: Oven Roasting
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 192 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 643 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 29 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 12 mg