Spinach, Ricotta and Sausage Pizza with Broccolini and Chilli Jam Recipe
This Spinach, Ricotta and Sausage Pizza recipe features a quick 5-minute dough topped with a flavorful mix of whipped ricotta, garlic, fresh spinach, broccolini, mozzarella, cheddar or gruyere, and spicy sausage. Baked to golden perfection with a crispy crust and a drizzle of sweet chili jam, this homemade pizza is vibrant, cheesy, and perfect for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 pizzas 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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For 2 Pizzas:
- 1/2 cup ricotta
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup mozzarella, grated
- 4 pieces of broccolini, thinly sliced lengthways
- 1/4 cup cheddar or gruyere, cut into cubes
- 2 large sausages
- 1 red chilli, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons sweet chilli jam
For the 5-Minute Dough:
- 300g self-raising flour (or use all-purpose flour and add 1 teaspoon baking powder)
- 280g thick Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Make the whipped ricotta: Add the ricotta, crushed garlic cloves, and salt to a large bowl. Vigorously mix with a fork for 30 seconds until well combined and creamy. Set aside for later use.
- Mix the dough: Combine the self-raising flour, Greek yogurt, and salt in a large bowl. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until it forms a rough, floury dough. Turn it onto a floured surface and knead for 3 minutes until soft and smooth by pressing, folding, turning, and repeating the motions. Return the dough to the bowl and cover with a clean towel while preparing toppings.
- Roll out the pizza bases: Cut the dough into two equal pieces and form each into a ball. Roll each ball with a rolling pin into approximately 25cm circles, ready to top.
- Top the pizzas: Lay each pizza base on a piece of baking paper for easy transfer. Spread the whipped ricotta evenly over each base, leaving about 1.5cm at the edges for the crust. Remove the sausage meat from casing by slicing the skin and squeezing out the meat. Scatter mozzarella and cheddar or gruyere cubes on top of the ricotta. Add broccolini slices, chopped spinach, and dollops of sausage meat. Sprinkle with finely chopped red chilli for heat.
- Cook the pizzas: Preheat your oven and place a pizza stone, cast iron pan, or oven tray on the top shelf. Transfer the pizzas onto the heated surface using the baking paper. Bake for 10-15 minutes, checking at 10 minutes, until crusts are golden, broccolini is charred, and sausage meat is crispy. Remove from oven and drizzle with sweet chilli jam before slicing and serving hot.
Notes
- Use thick Greek yogurt for the dough instead of regular plain yogurt to avoid a dense and sticky dough.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausages or substitute with plant-based sausages.
- Broccolini can be substituted with asparagus or regular broccoli according to preference.
- If you prefer less heat, omit the red chilli.
- Crème fraîche can be used instead of ricotta; mix with garlic and salt as directed.
- Omitting ricotta entirely is an option; the pizza will be less creamy but still delicious.
Keywords: Spinach Ricotta Sausage Pizza, Quick Pizza Dough, Homemade Pizza, Italian Pizza, Easy Pizza Recipe, Weeknight Dinner