Pepperoni Skillet Pizza Melt (10 Minutes)
Quick comfort food with pantry staples
When you want pizza flavors without the wait (or the dough), this Pepperoni Skillet Pizza Melt hits the spot. It’s fast, customizable, and made with just a few fridge staples.
Ingredients
- Pepperoni slices
- Mozzarella cheese (shredded or sliced)
- Parmesan cheese
Optional Add-Ins (If You Have Them)
- Tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Red pepper flakes
- Bread, tortilla, pita, or English muffin (for a pizza toast version)
Instructions: Option 1 (Fastest) — Crustless Pizza Skillet
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
- Arrange pepperoni in a single layer and let it warm and lightly crisp.
- Sprinkle mozzarella over the pepperoni, then add a dusting of Parmesan.
- Cover with a lid and cook 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted.
- Optional: For extra browning, place under the broiler for 1–2 minutes (watch closely!).
- Serve hot — straight from the skillet.
Instructions: Option 2 — Pizza Toast / Flatbread
- Toast bread or flatbread lightly.
- Add pepperoni, then mozzarella, then Parmesan.
- Bake or air-fry at 375°F for 5–7 minutes, until bubbly.
Time & Servings
- Total Time: 10 minutes or less
- Serves: 1–2
Why This Works
All the pizza flavor, none of the prep — perfect for busy days, low-energy evenings, or when you just need something comforting now.
Recipe Notes
- Want it saucier? Add 1–2 tablespoons of tomato sauce before the cheese.
- Like it crispy? Cook pepperoni a little longer before adding cheese.
- Feeding two? Make it in two batches so the cheese melts evenly.
Tags: quick dinner, pizza night, 10-minute meals, easy comfort food, pantry recipes
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