This Jamie Oliver-inspired pan pizza recipe creates a crispy golden crust with a fluffy center, rich tomato sauce, and perfectly melted cheese. Made with simple pantry ingredients and baked in a skillet or baking pan, this homemade pizza delivers restaurant-style flavor with an easy step-by-step method. Perfect for family dinners, pizza nights, and casual gatherings.
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Ingredients
For the Dough
3 ½ cups bread flour
1 ¼ cups warm water
2 teaspoons instant yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
For the Sauce
1 can crushed tomatoes
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon chili flakes
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Toppings
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
Fresh basil leaves
Pepperoni or preferred toppings
Extra olive oil for the pan
Instructions
In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add flour, olive oil, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–2 hours or until doubled in size.
Heat olive oil in a saucepan and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add tomatoes, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15–20 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
Grease a cast iron skillet or deep baking pan generously with olive oil.
Stretch the dough into the pan and press it toward the edges.
Spread the sauce evenly over the dough. Add cheese and desired toppings.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
Refrigerating the dough overnight improves flavor and texture.
Avoid overloading toppings to keep the crust crispy.
Cast iron skillets produce the best crunchy edges.
Fresh mozzarella gives a softer texture, while low-moisture mozzarella creates a classic cheese pull.
Reheat leftovers in a skillet for the crispiest results.
