This Cast Iron Spicy Perogy Pizza recipe is a copycat of the pizza from Boston Pizza. Made with bacon, sour cream and topped with green onions.
Okay, so I know that the majority of you are thinking about your turkey and sweet potato casserole for Thanksgiving.
But me? I am going straight for my Cast Iron Spicy Perogy Pizza recipe. It’s no contest for me, this pizza would win over turkey any day.
Although, this is coming from a turkey hater, so if you love turkey have at it.
And have mine too.
What you need to make Cast Iron Spicy Perogy Pizza
- active dry yeast
- brown sugar
- all-purpose flour
- spices (salt, pepper, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder)
- salted butter
- potatoes
- mozzarella cheese
- sour cream
- bacon
- green onions
So Cast Iron Spicy Perogy Pizza it is for me!
Ever since I tried the perogy pizza from Boston Pizza, I knew that I needed to try to recreate it at home.
So I took the base cast iron skillet pizza that I have been using on my Bacon Pizza and my Jalapeno Popper Pizza and made my favourite pizza yet.
I honestly don’t think I want another pizza recipe after this.
Not only is this perogy pizza easy to make, this recipe can be adapted in so many ways.
Vegetarian? Omit the bacon.
Like it spicy? Crank up the spice by adding more chilli powder or red chilli flakes.
Want an extra oomph? Top it with sour cream: my ultimate favourite way of eating this pizza.
And if you really need to, you can add your turkey leftovers on top. Gotta use them up somehow.
If you try this recipe, let me know! Rate it, leave a comment and tag me with #atasteofmadness on Instagram! I always love seeing what you are creating!
Cast Iron Spicy Perogy Pizza
Ingredients
Pizza Crust
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 tsp brown sugar
- 1 1/4 cup warm water (110˚F/45˚C)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup salted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Pizza Toppings
- 2 cups water
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced thin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 6 Tbsp sour cream, divided
- 5 slices bacon cooked crisp, drained and crumbled
- 2 medium green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Sprinkle the yeast and brown sugar over warm water in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes until the yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam.
- Turn mixer to the lowest setting and slowly add 2 cups flour 1/2 cup at a time. Add salt, onion powder and 1/4 cup butter. Integrate the remaining 2 cups flour and knead until dough is smooth and elastic, around 5 to 7 minutes.
- Coat a large bowl with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Shape the dough into a ball and place in the bowl, turning to coat all sides with oil. Cover the bowl with a towel and let rise in a warm area until dough has doubled in size, around 45 minutes. Punch down dough and allow to rest for 20 minutes.
- Pour the water into a large saucepan. Add the potatoes, chilli powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Cover, and cook until the potatoes are soft. Remove the lid and cook until the water has evaporated.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a 12 inch cast iron skillet, and press half of the pizza dough into the skillet. Save the rest in the fridge for some other time.
- Spread 3 Tbsp sour cream on top. Layer with the boiled potato, remaining sour cream, cheeses and bacon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Notes
- Serve with an extra dollop of sour cream in the centre.
- Can omit the bacon for a vegetarian version.
Oh wow this sounds absolutely amazing and so different, and I am going to have to try it!!
I hope you do!! It is so good!
I am making loads of pizza at the moment and am yet to try it in a skillet, so I’m sold!
It is the BEST in a cast iron skillet 😉
What a delicious and hearty pizza! Never made a pizza cast iron style, but I am definitely going to. This looks so easy and utterly delicious.
Pizzas are so good in a cast iron skillet!!
This is definitely different! I love pierogies, but I have never heard of a pizza inspired by them. I need to make this!
It is a Canadian pizza chain that inspired me!!
I’ve never tried Boston Market’s version, but this recipe is delicious! I just love that rich sour cream topping. Thanks so much for sharing such a fun recipe!
It is so good!! I hope you give it a try 🙂
I just made pizza tonight on the grill but I have never used my cast iron for pizza. All of your toppings so perfect together. This recipe is a must-try.
Yay!! I am so glad you liked it!!
I am not a turkey fan either! I was looking for something kids and adults will love for Christmas Eve – its got to be this!
This would be perfect!! Thanks Jacqui!
Yum!! This cast iron pizza looks amazing. The bacon and cheese are a winning pair!
It is the best combo!! 🙂
I love cast iron pizzas and the toppings on this one are awesome! The potatoes, bacon, and sour cream make this one extra delicious!
Thanks Jenni! This one is my favourite 🙂
Never tried making these before, looks like a delicious recipe. Thanks for sharing.
You must! It is one of my favourites 🙂
This was bang on to Boston Pizza! My potatoes got all mashed up but once covered and cooked was still delicious though, not beautiful. A+ for satisfied!
I am so glad you liked it!! 🙂
This is by far the best cast iron pizza dough recipe ever. I have saved this in my favourites and probably made this about 3-4 times now! I use this dough recipe and switch up my toppings, it’s so delicious. I cook mine for a bit longer the amount of time posted here, because I like a crispier crust! Thanks for much for sharing!!
This makes me so happy! I am so glad you liked it!! It’s my favourite way to make pizza crust as well!! 🙂