Pita Pizza

Craving pizza but short on time? Pita pizza is about to be your new favorite weeknight dinner! 

This quick and easy meal combines the satisfying crunch of toasted pita bread and the irresistible flavors of classic pizza. Top it with your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings for a personalized treat that’s ready in minutes. 

Pita pizza is perfect for busy families, solo dinners, or a fun DIY pizza night with friends. It’s so simple and so delicious!

Why You’ll Love This Pita Pizza

Quick and Easy: This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute meals. Prep and cooking time is under 15 minutes, so you can have a delicious dinner on the table in no time.

Customizable Fun: Go classic with toppings like pepperoni and mushrooms. You can also experiment with gourmet ingredients like prosciutto and arugula. Tailor each pizza to your taste.

Perfect for Parties: These delicious mini pizzas are ideal for gatherings. Guests can create personalized pizzas, making it a fun and interactive dining experience.

Great for Kids: Kids love making and eating pita pizzas. It’s a fantastic way to get them involved in the kitchen. 

Ingredients

• Whole Wheat Pita Breads: The crispy, fiber-rich base for your perfect pizza creation.
  
• Pizza Sauce or Marinara Sauce: It’s tangy, zesty, and bursting with tomato goodness. No pizza is complete without sauce. 
  
• Mozzarella Cheese: Melty, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying, it’s the classic cheese for any pizza lover.
  
• Parmesan Cheese: It’s sharp, salty, and packed with umami to take your pita pizza to the next level.
  
• Toppings: Let your imagination run wild with endless combinations of meats, veggies, and more.
  
• Dried Oregano and Red Pepper Flakes (optional): Fragrant herbs and a kick of heat will spice up your pita pizza party.
  
• Fresh Basil Leaves: They’re the perfect finishing touch for a gourmet pita pizza experience.

How to Make Pita Pizza

Making this pizza is almost as easy as ordering delivery!

1. Preheat. Preheat the oven to 450°Fahrenheit. Place a baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven to preheat.

2. Prep the pitas. Brush both sides of each pita bread lightly with olive oil. This will help them get nice and crispy.

3. Add the sauce. Spread about 1/4 cup of pizza sauce evenly over each pita, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

4. Add the toppings. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the sauce on each pita. Add your desired toppings.

5. Season. Sprinkle on a pinch of dried oregano and red pepper flakes over each pizza if desired.

6. Bake. Carefully transfer the pita pizzas to the preheated baking sheet or pizza stone while it is in the oven. Bake for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the pita crust is crispy.

7. Serve. Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute or two. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, then slice and serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Pita Pizza

These pizzas are so easy, but these tips make them truly irresistible.

• Quality matters. Use high-quality whole wheat pitas for the best flavor and texture. If you can’t find pitas, you can substitute naan bread.
  
• Go easy on the sauce. Use about 1/4 cup of pizza sauce or marinara sauce per pita. Spread it evenly and leave a small border for the crust. Don’t overdo the sauce, or your pizza will get soggy.
  
• Don’t overload them! Avoid overloading the pitas with too many toppings. A light layer of a few choice toppings is perfect. Each pizza is small, so you can always make more and try new toppings. 
  
• Watch closely! Pita pizzas cook quickly! Bake them for just 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is crispy. Keep an eye on them so they don’t burn.

Variations and Serving Ideas

To switch things up, try these tasty variations.

• Swap out the sauce. Homemade pizza sauce takes these to the next level. But a good quality store-bought marinara works well, too. Alfredo sauce, pesto, herb butter, and BBQ sauce are delicious options. 
  
• Be cheesy. Mozzarella and parmesan are classic. But cheddar, feta, goat cheese, and burrata are fantastic on pizza, too!
  
• Have fun and experiment. Get creative with your toppings! Try classics like pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, and olives. Or try less common options like prosciutto, peaches, arugula, chicken, taco meat, beans, and more. 
  
• Make them a meal. Slice up your pita pizzas and serve them immediately while hot. They go great with a fresh green salad on the side. You can pair them with garlic bread, breadsticks, or a simple soup.

How to Store

If you have leftover pizzas, here’s how to keep them fresh.

To Store: Place leftover pita pizzas in an air-tight container or wrap them tightly in plastic film. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.

To Freeze: Wrap individual pita pizzas tightly in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for up to 2 months.

To Reheat: Preheat the oven to 350°Fahrenheit and place the pita pizza directly on the oven rack for 5-7 minutes. Or, reheat in a toaster oven for 3-4 minutes until crispy and warm.