High Protein Detroit Pan Style Sausage Cheese Pizza
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food makeover with this High Protein Detroit Pan Style Sausage Cheese Pizza—a mouthwatering twist on the classic Detroit-style pizza. Featuring a thick, airy crust with a perfectly crispy cheese edge, this protein-packed recipe is loaded with flavorful ground chicken sausage, a medley of melted provolone, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, and a vibrant tomato sauce. Seasoned with oregano, garlic powder, and a hint of red pepper flakes, every slice delivers bold, savory satisfaction. Perfectly baked in a Detroit-style pan, this pizza is a wholesome yet indulgent option for pizza night, offering high-protein goodness without compromising on taste. Ideal for meal prep or a hearty dinner, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish that’s easy to make and irresistibly delicious!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 400 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 10 grams Salt
- 30 milliliters Olive oil
- 300 milliliters Warm water
- 250 grams Ground chicken sausage
- 200 grams Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 200 grams Tomato sauce
- 5 grams Oregano
- 2 grams Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 grams Garlic powder
- 8 slices Provolone cheese slices
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and salt.
Step 2
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
Step 3
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
Step 4
Place the dough in a greased large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 5
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C).
Step 6
Grease a Detroit-style pizza pan or a 9x13 inch baking pan with olive oil.
Step 7
Stretch the dough evenly in the pan, pressing to the edges.
Step 8
Layer the provolone cheese slices evenly on top of the dough, reaching the edges for a crispy cheese crust.
Step 9
Spread the tomato sauce over the cheese layer.
Step 10
Top with an even layer of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses.
Step 11
In a skillet, cook the ground chicken sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
Step 12
Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the cheese layer.
Step 13
Season the pizza with oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and garlic powder.
Step 14
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and the edges are nicely browned and crispy.
Step 15
Remove from the oven and let sit for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Step 16
Enjoy your high-protein Detroit pan-style sausage cheese pizza!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1682.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3734.4 |
| Total Fat 167.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 76.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 512.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9581.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 339.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.3g | |
| Protein 220.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3789.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1375.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories