Go Back

grilled pizza

Grilled pizza is a fun and tasty twist on traditional pizza, featuring a crispy crust and your choice of toppings cooked to perfection on a grill. This recipe yields delicious homemade grilled pizza that you can customize to suit your taste.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 grill gas or charcoal
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 rolling pin
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 pizza cutter
  • 1 cooking brush
  • 1 tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 packet instant yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup warm water about 110°F
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for greasing
  • 1 cup marinara sauce or pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • as needed assorted toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives, etc.)

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
  • Gradually add warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
  • Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
  • Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
  • Once the dough has rested, divide it into four equal portions. Roll out each portion into a round shape, about 1/4 inch thick, on a floured surface.
  • Brush one side of each dough circle with olive oil.
  • Place the oiled side of the dough onto the preheated grill, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until grill marks appear.
  • Flip the dough over and quickly spread marinara sauce on the cooked side, then top with mozzarella cheese and desired toppings.
  • Close the grill lid and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is crispy.
  • Remove the grilled pizza using tongs, slice it with a pizza cutter, and serve hot.

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different sauces and toppings based on your preferences.
For a smokier flavor, you can add wood chips to your charcoal grill, or use a grill pan with a lid on a gas grill.
If you want to prep ahead, you can make the dough and let it rise in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Just ensure to bring it back to room temperature before grilling.