Best Easy Grilled Pizza Recipe

Crispy grilled pizza with a smoky char and your favorite toppings brings pizzeria flavors to the backyard. This fun, family-friendly dinner is a creative twist on traditional pizza night.

Cook 25 min Difficulty NORMAL 345 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • pizza dough 1 lb
  • shredded mozzarella cheese 1.5 cups
  • cherry tomatoes 1 cup
  • fresh basil leaves 0.5 cup
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • pizza sauce 0.75 cup
  • kosher salt 0.5 tsp
  • black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 44 g 51%
Protein 14 g 16%
Fat 12 g 31%
Serving size 180g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F) and brush the grates clean for even cooking and to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    Stretch or roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about ⅓ inch thickness; brush both sides lightly with olive oil to promote crispness and prevent burning.

  3. 3

    Carefully place the dough directly onto the hot grill. Grill, uncovered, for 2–3 minutes until the bottom is lightly charred and bubbles form on the surface.

  4. 4

    Flip the crust using tongs, reduce heat to medium if possible, and quickly spread pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper evenly.

  5. 5

    Close the grill lid and cook for another 3–5 minutes until cheese melts and the bottom is crisp with smoky char. Remove from grill, top with fresh basil, slice, and serve immediately.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this grilled pizza recipe?
Pizza dough is the foundation of this grilled pizza, providing the crisp base that takes on a smoky flavor from the grill. Along with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil, it defines the classic pizzeria experience in this dish.
Q. How do I control the heat when grilling pizza?
Preheat your grill to medium-high for the initial crisp and char, but reduce to medium after flipping the dough and adding toppings. Monitoring the grilling time closely and closing the lid ensures the cheese melts evenly without burning the crust.
Q. What keeps the crust from getting too hard or chewy?
Brushing both sides of the dough with olive oil helps keep the crust tender while allowing it to crisp. Grilling for just 2–3 minutes per side and watching for bubbles and light charring prevents overcooking and ensures the perfect texture.
Q. How many calories and what is the carb-to-protein ratio per serving?
Each serving of this grilled pizza provides about 345 kcal, with 44g carbohydrates (51% of total calories), 14g protein (16%), and 12g fat (31%), offering a balanced nutrition profile for a pizza night.
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