Best 2 Portuguese Chorizo Pizza Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to Portugal with our tantalizing Portuguese chorizo pizza. This delectable dish embodies the vibrant flavors of traditional Portuguese cuisine, featuring a crispy pizza crust topped with succulent chorizo, aromatic bell peppers, and a symphony of herbs and spices. Indulge in a delightful explosion of taste as the savory chorizo and tangy bell peppers dance on your palate. Accompanied by step-by-step instructions and a video tutorial, this recipe ensures a hassle-free cooking experience, allowing you to savor the authentic flavors of Portugal in the comfort of your own kitchen.

In addition to the classic Portuguese chorizo pizza, this article offers a diverse collection of pizza recipes to cater to every palate. From the simplicity of a Margherita pizza to the indulgence of a pepperoni and mushroom pizza, these recipes provide a range of options for pizza enthusiasts. Whether you seek a vegetarian delight or a meat lover's feast, this article has something for everyone. With detailed instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to craft pizzeria-quality pizzas at home, impressing your friends and family with your culinary prowess.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PORTUGUESE CHORIZO PIZZA

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This is an Emeril Lagasse recipe for some great pizza with a Portuguese influence. Upon researching, I found that chorizo is commonly used in both Portugul and the Azores Islands. This pizza is hand-formed and meant to be very rustic. Enjoy!

Provided by Kathy D

Categories Pizza

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

pizza dough
1 c tomato sauce
1/2 lb smoked chorizo sausage, sliced
8 oz good melting cheese (you can use the stand-by mozzarella if you'd like), grated

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F. Pull apart and gently stretch pizza dough into 6 inch rounds. (Making 2 pizzas.)
2. Put each 6 inch round of pizza dough on a separate greased baking sheet or pizza stone. Pat each out to a 10 to 12 inch round, about 1/8 inch thick.
3. Spread 1/2 cup of the tomato sauce on top of each round, leaving about a 1 inch border. Arrange the chorizo on top of the sauce and top with a thin layer of the cheese.
4. Bake the pizzas until they are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly - approx. 20 minutes., switching the pans from top to bottom after about 10 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

CHICKEN AND CHOURICO PIZZA

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My mom always made pizza with chourico growing up and I loved it. I have redone it and added more protein - chicken! I love homemade pizza.

Provided by Raquel Teixeira

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into small chunks
flour for dusting
1 (13.4 ounce) package room-temperature fresh pizza dough
1 cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ link Portuguese hot chourico sausage - halved lengthwise and sliced into thin half moons
¼ red onion, sliced thin
¼ cup banana pepper rings
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella & cheddar pizza cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Prepare a pizza pan with olive oil and flour.
Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook the chicken in the hot oil until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
Dust a flat working surface with flour. Roll the pizza dough out to the size of your pizza pan. Place dough on the prepared pan.
Stir the tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl; spread evenly over the surface of the dough. Scatter, in order, the chicken, chourico, red onion, banana peppers, pizza cheese, and Parmesan over the tomato sauce mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven on the middle rack until the cheese is lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Switch the oven setting to broil and cook another 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 745.3 mg, Sugar 4 g

Tips:

To make the perfect pizza dough, use active dry yeast and let it rise in a warm place for at least an hour.
For a crispy crust, preheat your oven to the highest temperature possible before baking the pizza.
Use a pizza stone or baking sheet to bake the pizza. This will help to create a crispy crust.
Don't overload the pizza with toppings. Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy.
Bake the pizza until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Portuguese chorizo pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful chorizo, spicy piri piri sauce, and melted cheese, this pizza is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Portuguese chorizo pizza a try.