Description
This Turkey Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Pizza combines the savory flavors of lean turkey sausage and slightly bitter broccoli rabe with a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on a crispy pizza crust. A hint of garlic and optional red pepper flakes add depth and a touch of heat, making it a delicious and satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough
- 1 ball of pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Toppings
- 3/4 lb turkey sausage (casings removed)
- 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Other
- Cornmeal or flour (for stretching dough)
Instructions
- Prepare the sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey sausage, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the broccoli rabe: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the chopped broccoli rabe and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- Preheat oven and prepare dough: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat. On a floured or cornmeal-dusted surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Assemble the pizza: Transfer the stretched dough onto a pizza peel or an inverted baking sheet dusted with cornmeal or flour. Evenly spread the cooked turkey sausage over the dough, followed by the sautéed broccoli rabe mixture. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Bake the pizza: Carefully slide the assembled pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool slightly for a few minutes, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute broccoli rabe with broccoli or kale if preferred.
- For extra heat, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add sliced chili peppers.
- Let the dough rest at room temperature before stretching for easier handling if using homemade dough.
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
