Description
Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey and Cranberry Pizza brings together the flavors of tender turkey, tangy cranberry sauce, and melty mozzarella on a crispy crust. This easy-to-make recipe turns holiday leftovers into a delicious, unique pizza that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Follow package instructions for store-bought dough or prepare homemade dough, letting it rise, then punch it down and shape into a ball.
- Preheat the Oven: Heat oven to 450°F (230°C) and preheat a baking sheet or pizza stone to ensure a crispy crust.
- Roll the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to your preferred thickness. Transfer to a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add Toppings: Spread a thin layer of cranberry sauce over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Top with turkey, onion slices, mozzarella, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Cool for a minute, then garnish with parsley, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, preheat your baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Use a thin layer of cranberry sauce to keep flavors balanced.
- Try swapping mozzarella with gouda or adding a sprinkle of goat cheese for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/4 pizza)
- Calories: ~290 per serving
- Sugar: ~6g
- Cholesterol: ~45mg