Crispy Chicken Sausage Flatbread Pizza with Zucchini &Amp; Mozzarella

These crispy flatbreads are loaded with Italian-seasoned tomato sauce, juicy chicken sausage, tender broiled zucchini and plenty of melted mozzarella. A sprinkle of chili flakes adds just the right kick. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that feels like a treat.

We’ve designed this recipe to make the most of your ingredients: the extra sausage, zucchini and tomato sauce transform into a creamy orzo pasta lunch for the next day. Cook once, enjoy twice!

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Ingredients

2 unit ZucchiniView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit ScallionsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 ounce OreganoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Italian SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

18 ounce Italian Chicken SausageView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

6 ounce Orzo PastaView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Chicken Stock ConcentrateView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

13.76 ounce Crushed TomatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Parmesan CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit FlatbreadsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 cup Mozzarella CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Chili FlakesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Vegetable OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt, to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Pepper, to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat the broiler to high (or oven to 500°F). Wash and dry all produce. Cut one zucchini into ½-inch-thick rounds. Grate the remaining zucchini using the large holes of a box grater; place in a medium bowl. Thinly slice scallions, separating whites and greens. Pick oregano leaves from stems and chop roughly.
2. Place zucchini rounds on a baking sheet. Toss with a drizzle of vegetable oil, salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Broil until browned and softened, 5-7 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Transfer to a small bowl. Reserve the baking sheet for the flatbreads. Reduce oven temperature to 450°F.
3. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add sausage, half the oregano and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Cook, breaking up sausage, until browned and cooked through, 4-6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
4. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add orzo and scallion whites; stir to coat. Cook, stirring often, until toasted, 2-3 minutes. Stir in stock concentrate, half the crushed tomatoes, 1¾ cups water and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid reduces slightly, 5-6 minutes.
5. Stir in grated zucchini. Cook until tender and orzo is al dente, 3-4 minutes. Stir in half the cooked sausage and 1 tablespoon butter. Divide into containers. Top with scallion greens and Parmesan. Refrigerate for tomorrow’s lunch. Enjoy cold or reheat in the microwave.
6. Place flatbreads on the reserved baking sheet. Spread with remaining crushed tomatoes; season with salt, pepper and remaining Italian seasoning. Top with mozzarella, broiled zucchini rounds and remaining sausage. Bake at 450°F until flatbreads are golden and cheese melts, 4-6 minutes. Let rest 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with chili flakes and remaining oregano. Slice and serve.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of sausage?

Yes, you can substitute with any fully cooked sausage, such as turkey or pork. Adjust cooking time as needed.

Can I make the flatbreads ahead of time?

The flatbreads are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. However, you can prep the toppings in advance and assemble just before baking.

How do I reheat the orzo lunch?

Simply microwave the container for 1-2 minutes until heated through or enjoy it cold straight from the fridge.