21 Next-Level Pizza Toppings That Will Convince You To Skip Delivery

Whether you'd rather skip going out or don't live close to the famous pizza spot, recreate the well-loved pie with this copycat recipe for California Pizza Kitchen's BBQ chicken pizza. If you can't get enough of the flavor combo of saucy BBQ, tender chicken and creamy ranch, then you'll go crazy for this homemade version.

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Don't let the deep hues of caramelized mozzarella fool you—this is indeed a white pizza pie with absolutely no sauce. White pizzas can be boring without the acidity of tomatoes, but we've made a pie that takes advantage of the flavors from three different cheeses.

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If you’re the type to prefer deep-dish over thin crust pizza, let us introduce you to your new obsession—Detroit-style pizza. With a tender, airy crust (think focaccia), lots of crispy edges, tons of melty cheese, and savory pepperoni slices, there's a lot to love about this unconventional pizza.

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If you can't get enough of Rome's famous spaghetti carbonara, then we have a sneaking suspicion you'll love this extra-cheesy pizza version. Keep it simple with a side of peppery arugula dressed with olive oil and lemon juice to cut the richness of the pie!

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That’s right, the Windy City, celebrated for creating colossal deep-dish pizza, has a lesser known thin crust pizza subculture. The cornmeal (added beneath the dough in the skillet) is indispensable for its signature texture, and you’ll likely find the pizzas cut into squares, not triangles. The sauce and cheese go right up to the edges of the dough, so the perimeter gets nice and crispy.

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Grandma pizza has a thin, crispy crust topped first with cheese, then dolloped with a garlicky tomato sauce. It's not the usual way of assembling pizza, but the cheese melting right into the crust really makes some magic happen.

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Got some leftover roasted chicken? This pizza is the PERFECT way to use it! If you don't, shredding rotisserie chicken is a great alternative. If neither of those options is available, it's easy to boil some chicken breasts and shred them for topping.

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Homemade pizza night calls for something extra special, and this deep-dish pizza is just the thing! Dress it up any way you want and add a layer of your favorite topping under the sauce! If you love a more traditional pizza, then try out our best pizza recipe.

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This hearty vegan pizza (topped with BBQ cauliflower and a homemade vegan ranch) will convert any carnivore into a fan.

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If you've ever been to California Pizza Kitchen, then chances are you know the joys of a good BBQ Chicken pizza. Our recipe uses tangy gouda, creamy mozzarella, and a hefty dose of red onions and cilantro for freshness. We happen to think it gives good ol' CPK a run for their money.

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This unlikely pairing is actually a match made in heaven. Pickles, bacon, and pizza lived happily ever after (especially when you dip a slice into some ranch).

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This Taco Bell copycat isn't actually Mexican, nor is it a pizza. It's actually more of a Tex-Mex quesadilla, and we love it for a lightning fast dinner. The ease of flour tortillas straight from the bag can't be beat, but if you want to be true to the Taco Bell recipe, shallow-fry them in vegetable oil!

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Whether you observe Passover and have leftover matzo to use up or are just looking for a crispy, crunchy, thin-crust pizza, this matzo pizza is going to be a hit. You’ll notice we add a portion of the cheese first before adding any sauce; this is so the cracker-like matzo retains its crispiness and doesn’t become soggy (because nobody wants soggy pizza).

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This fresh, spring-y pizza is easy and so cheesy. Veggies on pizza are better than any salad on the side, in our opinion.

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If you're short on time and crave breakfast for dinner (wait, isn't that every night?), this super-simple pizza has your name all over it. You can really use any cheese you have, but don't forget those mouthwatering eggs on top!

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Everything you could want—veggies, sausage, and pepperoni—in one pie. Because you deserve all the toppings.

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Pizza and chili cheese dogs finally found each other. We know the kids will love it but we believe the adults will to. It's basically a giant frito chili pie and we are here for it.

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Pizza Niçoise is exactly how it sounds—a mashup of classic Niçoise salad toppings piled on top of a warm, doughy crust. Layer on the thinly sliced potatoes before baking. Then, once it’s golden and cooled slightly, go to town with all the fixings: peppery arugula, bright green beans, sweet tomatoes, salty olives, crisp red onions, and rich, savory chunks of tuna packed in olive oil.

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Come summer, we’ll take any excuse to fire up the grill. And what better excuse is there than a pizza loaded with garlicky chicken? This recipe uses the grill both for the chicken and the pizza dough, resulting in super-crispy, deluxe slices that will rival any you can get from your local pizzaiolo.

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