Name: Quick Naan Pizzas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 naan breads; ½ cup prepared pizza sauce or pesto; ¼ tsp Italian seasoning, optional; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or fresh mozzarella slices; 2 tbsp finely grated Parmesan cheese; 1 pinch kosher salt or flaky sea salt; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; 8 fresh basil leaves; Pepperoni and/or Italian chicken or turkey sausage, optional toppings; Sautéed Mushrooms, optional topping; Roasted Garlic, optional topping; Roasted Red Peppers, optional topping; Burrata, optional topping; Ricotta, optional topping; Carbonara, optional topping; Brussels Sprouts and Bacon, optional topping; Asparagus, optional topping; Arugula and prosciutto, add after the pizza comes out of the oven

Quick Naan Pizzas

Store-bought naan becomes a crispy, cheesy pizza base in under 15 minutes. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Prep5 min

Cook8 min

Total13 min

DifficultyEasy

Servings2

This naan pizza is the ultimate shortcut to homemade pizza. You get a perfectly crisp crust with a soft, chewy center, all topped with your favorite ingredients.

Simply toast the naan directly on the oven rack, then add sauce, cheese, and toppings, and bake until melted. It's endlessly customizable and ready in a flash.

Method

Place a rack in the upper third of the oven (about 6 inches from the top). Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Carefully place the naan directly on the oven grate. Bake on the first side for 2 minutes, then flip and bake 3 more minutes on the other side.
Transfer the naan to a parchment-lined baking sheet, with the bubbly side facing up. Spread pizza sauce (a thin layer) and sprinkle with Italian seasoning if using.
Scatter the mozzarella over the sauce.
Add any desired toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, etc.) and sprinkle with Parmesan.
Return the pizza to the oven and bake until the cheese melts, about 3 minutes. Remove from the oven, sprinkle lightly with salt and red pepper flakes, and tear fresh basil leaves over the top. Serve immediately.

💡 Tips

For extra crispiness, bake the naan directly on the oven rack as directed.
If using fresh mozzarella, pat it dry with paper towels before adding to avoid a soggy pizza.
Add delicate toppings like arugula and prosciutto after baking to keep them fresh.

Inspired by a recipe from Well Plated

Quick Naan Pizzas

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