All the pizza flavor you love—no crust needed! This is quick, customizable, and perfect for lunch or dinner.
🍕 Recipe Overview
Servings: 2–3
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: ~25 minutes
Ingredients
Base
- 1 lb ground turkey or ground beef
- 1 cup pizza sauce (no sugar added if possible)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Toppings (choose your favorites)
- ½ cup pepperoni slices (turkey or beef)
- ½ cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup bell peppers, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- ¼ cup black olives, sliced
Cheese
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Garnish
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Meat
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground meat and cook until browned.
- Drain excess grease.
- Stir in pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 3–5 minutes.
2️⃣ Assemble the Bowls
- Divide meat mixture into oven-safe bowls or ramekins.
- Layer toppings evenly over the meat.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
3️⃣ Bake
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
(Air fryer option: 375°F for 8–10 minutes.)
4️⃣ Serve
- Let cool slightly.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes or fresh herbs.
💪 Protein & Customization Tips
- Add cooked chicken or Italian sausage
- Mix cottage cheese into the meat for extra protein
- Use dairy-free cheese if needed
🥗 Serving Ideas
- Serve with a side salad
- Eat straight from the bowl—no utensils required 😉