This Chicken Sausage Pizza is packed with bold Italian flavors, featuring juicy chicken sausages, sweet bell peppers, and caramelized onions on a crispy crust. It’s like your favorite sausage and peppers hoagie, transformed into a satisfying homemade pizza.
The combination of sausage, peppers, and onions is a classic that never gets old, and it felt like the perfect topping for a pizza. If you love the flavors in Italian Sausage and Peppers, you’ll love this easy-to-make pizza that delivers all the same comforting goodness in every bite.
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Why You'll Love Chicken Sausage Pizza
Lighter Than Traditional Sausage Pizza – Chicken sausage keeps things a little leaner while still being packed with flavor.
Big Italian Flavors – Savory sausage, sweet peppers, and melty cheese make for an irresistible combination.
Perfect for Any Occasion – Great for a weeknight dinner, game night, or even a casual gathering.
How to Make Chicken Sausage Pizza
Precook
Cook sausage, peppers, and onions in a skillet.
Spread dough
Spread pizza dough out onto pizza stone.
Add sauce and cheese
Top pizza crust with sauce and cheeses.
Add toppings
Evenly top pizza with sausage and peppers and bake.
See recipe card below for list of ingredients and full instructions.
Hint: A pizza stone (affiliate link) is the best way to cook any pizza. Place it in the lowest shelf in your oven at a hot temp and it will create magic with your pizza crust.
Substitutions
Dough: Swap traditional pizza dough for a cauliflower crust or keto pizza dough for a lower-carb option.
Cheese: Use provolone or pecorino instead of mozzarella and cheddar for a sharper, saltier bite.
Sausage: Try turkey sausage or plant-based sausage for a different protein choice.
Variations
Spicy Kick – Use spicy Italian chicken sausage and add crushed red pepper flakes.
White Pizza – Skip the tomato sauce and use a garlic-infused olive oil base with ricotta.
BBQ Twist – Swap tomato sauce for BBQ sauce and add a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
Mushroom Lover’s – Add sautéed mushrooms for an earthy depth of flavor.
Top Tips for Preparing This Recipe:
Preheat Your Oven – A hot oven (around 475°F) ensures a crispy crust.
Use a Pizza Stone – It helps create that perfect crispy crust.
Don’t Overload Toppings – Too many can make the crust soggy.
How to Store Leftovers
Let the pizza cool completely, then store slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat: in the oven or air fryer, heat at 355°F for about 8-10 minutes.
Serving Suggestions:
A simple side salad with Italian vinaigrette.
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📖 Recipe
Chicken Sausage Pizza with Peppers and Onions
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Ingredients
- [Homemade Pizza Dough]
- 3 Sweet Italian Chicken Sausages sliced
- 1 small onion sliced
- ½ green pepper sliced into strips
- ½ red pepper sliced into strips
- ½ cup pasta sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella and Cheddar Cheese blend divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Press the homemade pizza dough over the pizza stone.
- Spread ½ cup of homemade pasta sauce over top of the dough.
- Sprinkle 1- ½ cups of the mozzarella cheese over top of the sauce layer.
- Spread the chicken sausages, onions, and peppers evenly over top of the pizza. Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese over top of the chicken sausage mixture.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Shelby Law Ruttan says
This recipe takes me back to fair days as a kid where I would enjoy those sausage and pepper sandwiches. It is a great way to enjoy pizza with a different flavor and is really easy to make!