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    Home » Recipes » Italian Recipes

    It's Time to Grill Your Pizza

    Published: Jul 16, 2021 · Modified: Feb 4, 2023 by Samantha Ferraro · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Grill + Pizza, well..is pure magic. So, here are a few tips on how to cook a pizza on the grill without a pizza stone.

    It's Time to Grill Your Pizza via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

    This won't be a "recipe" post exactly, but more of a "run and do this now" kind of thing. You get it, right?

    Grilling pizza is so easy, but you need to work FAST! During the rest of the year, we use our pizza stone, which I HIGHLY recommend!  We leave it at the bottom rack of our oven and it gives the pizza the crispiest crust ever. Really, invest in one and stop using your baking sheet. You'll thank me later. .

    For this grilled pizza, you'll need a grill and to work fast! Get all your ingredients prepped and ready to go. Make your sauce and be sure it's at room temperature! (We've learned from mistakes that hot sauce well...turns into a very messy calzone!)

    So let's break this down:

    How to Cook Pizza on the Grill without a Stone

    1) Get your grill SMOKING hot! Ours gets to about 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

    2) Allow your dough to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before rolling out. We use about 6-8 ounces of dough per pizza. Make sure to roll your dough as thin as possible. You can make your own or buy it made at Whole Foods or Trader Joes (way easier).

    It's Time to Grill Your Pizza via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

    3) Prep your toppings: sauce, cheese, sliced tomatoes, vegetables, meats, etc. Have it ready to go on a platter to place next to your grill.

    4) Use the pizza peel to help transfer the pizza to the grill or, you can also use the back of a floured baking sheet. (See above photo).

    5) Carefully place the dough on the hot grill and cook the dough on its first side for just 2-3 minutes. This happens very quickly and you'll see the dough start to bubble.

    It's Time to Grill Your Pizza via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

    6) Now here's when to work fast. Turn the pizza dough over and place it on your cookie sheet or pizza peel. You want the cooked side up and facing you. Add your favorite pizza ingredients on, but don't over-do it. A little goes a long way.

    7) Carefully place your pizza back on the grill to cook on the other side. You can close the lid for 2 minutes so the cheese melts.

    It's Time to Grill Your Pizza via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

    8) Keep an eye on your pizza. You will see the sides crisping up. When done, remove to a pizza pan (or baking sheet) and allow to rest for minute or so before cutting.

    It's Time to Grill Your Pizza via LittleFerraroKitchen.com

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    Grilled Pizza

    Samantha Ferraro

    LittleFerraroKitchen.com

    Grilled pizza is a summer favorite! These are a few tips on how to cook pizza on the grill without a stone.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 35 minutes mins
    Course Main, Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 820 kcal

    Equipment

    • Pizza Peel
    • Rolling Pin
    • Pizza Stone

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 pound pizza dough

    Possible Toppings

    • 1 pound Shredded mozzarella
    • 2 Sliced tomatoes
    • 4 ounces Sliced pepperoni
    • Fresh basil
    • 4 ounces Fresh ricotta cheese rough dollops

    Instructions
     

    • Get your grill smokin' hot up to 400-450 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Let pizza dough rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before rolling out and portion dough into 6-8 ounces per person and roll out as thin as possible.
    • While dough rests, Prep your toppings: sauce, cheese, sliced tomatoes, vegetables, meats, etc. Have it ready to go on a platter to place next to your grill.
    • Use a pizza peel to help transfer the pizza to the grill or, you can also use the back of a floured baking sheet.
    • Carefully place your dough on the hot grill and cook the dough on its first side for just 2-3 minutes. This happens very quickly and you'll see the dough start to bubble.
    • Once the first side is done, turn the pizza dough over and place it on your cookie sheet or pizza peel. You want the cooked side up and facing you. Then add toppings, but don't overdo it. A little goes a long way.
    • Carefully place pizza back on the grill to cook on the other side. You can close the lid for 2 minutes so the cheese melts.
    • Keep an eye on your pizza. You will see the sides crisping up. Once done, remove to pizza pan (or baking sheet) and allow to rest for a few minutes before cutting.

    Notes

    Pizza dough keeps very well in the freezer, when ready, thaw overnight in the fridge and the next day, place dough on counter at room temperature for at least 1 hour before rolling out. 
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 820kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 44gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 134mgSodium: 2057mgPotassium: 341mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1405IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 644mgIron: 4mg
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    Comments

    1. Christy says

      August 16, 2013 at 8:23 am

      5 stars
      Perfectly grilled pizza! Looks delicious, and the tomatoes are gorgeous.

      Reply
      • Samantha says

        August 16, 2013 at 10:02 am

        Thanks so much Christy!!

        Reply
    2. Terra says

      July 31, 2013 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      Hmmmmm....yum! Hubby and I love grilled pizza! We love putting the dough right on the grill too, or on our special pizza stone, both ways are delicious:-) So good, Hugs, Terra

      Reply
      • Samantha says

        July 31, 2013 at 3:16 pm

        Thanks Terra!! I'm craving grilled pizza now lol

        Reply
    3. Jenne says

      July 31, 2013 at 8:48 am

      5 stars
      I am always curious if this is possible to do on a gas grill and not charcoal? I do know charcoal gives it a great taste.

      Reply
      • Samantha says

        July 31, 2013 at 3:16 pm

        Char-coal is the best!! We've noticed a HUGE difference in flavor!

        Reply

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