Homemade Steak Pizza

Why This Steak Pizza Belongs on Your Menu

Here’s what makes this pizza so swoon-worthy:

• Feels a little fancy. As I mentioned above: this is not your typical pizza! It’s kind of a fancy snooty pizza. But you will be so glad you went the snooty route instead of the plain Jane pepperoni route because it is SO good!
• Irresistible combination of flavors. The sweetness from the balsamic reduction (optional, but I REALLY recommend it!), the richness of the goat cheese, and the peppery arugula all balance perfectly with the juicy steak, sweet roasted red peppers and onions, and earthy mushrooms. 
• Homemade dough makes all the difference. While store-bought pizza crust can work in a pinch, there’s nothing quite like making your own homemade crust. It’s also one of those kitchen tasks that gives you a sense of satisfaction—and even a little bit of zen when you’re kneading that dough!

What You’ll Need

Like all pizza recipes, you can customize this one with your own favorite toppings, but this is my formula for success! Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.

• Pizza dough – This Homemade Pizza Dough is my go-to.
• Olive oil
• Roasted red pepper – You can use the kind from a jar or roast your own in the oven.
• Filet mignon – We’re keeping it high-end here! (But you can also use flank steak or another more affordable option, so long as it’s cooked properly to ensure it’s tender.)
• Sweet onion – Like Maui, Walla Walla, or Vidalia.
• Mushrooms – I use cremini or white mushrooms. 
• Fresh arugula
• Optional toppings – Balsamic Reduction for a sweet-and-tangy finishing touch, grated Parmesan, or red pepper flakes.
• Whipped goat cheese – A simple combination of goat cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, and thyme. Yum!

How to Make Steak Pizza

This is just a brief overview of the steps involved in making steak pizza. Scroll to the bottom of the post for the full recipe card.

• Make the pizza dough. Or if you use store-bought, take it out of the fridge so it can come to room temperature.
• Prepare. Preheat your oven to 500ºF and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven so it also warms up.
• Make the whipped goat cheese. Blend all of the ingredients in your food processor until they’re smooth and creamy.
• Cook the veggies. Warm a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the mushrooms and onions. Sauté until they’re slightly browned, then season to taste.

• Cook the steak. Season the steak with salt and pepper and cook it in the same skillet, with another tablespoon of oil. Sear on both sides for 4 to 5 minutes, then remove from the heat.
• Prep the dough. Sprinkle flour onto a large piece of parchment paper and roll out the dough to your desired size, shape, and thickness. Drizzle it with a tablespoon of olive oil.
• Assemble. Drop dollops of the whipped goat cheese onto the pizza and spread them a bit, then layer on the onions, mushrooms, and peppers.

• Bake. Place the pizza on the hot stone or pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust is baked through. 
• Finish. Add sliced filet mignon and the arugula. Drizzle on the balsamic reduction, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes if you’re using them, then cut and serve.

Tips and Variation Ideas

These extra pointers and variations will help you make sure your steak pizza turns out perfect!

• Let the dough rest if you have to. If the dough keeps shrinking back when you’re trying to roll it out, give it (and yourself) a 10 minute break. I find that after 10 minutes, it relaxes enough that it’s easier to roll it into the shape I want.
• Swap the goat cheese for feta. You know what else would go well with this steak pizza? Whipped feta! Simply swap the goat cheese for feta in the topping.
• Try different greens. Baby spinach would also work well if you want a green that’s a little milder.

Serving Suggestions

Since I usually buy a bag of arugula for this steak pizza and there’s always some extra, I use it to make a simple salad to serve on the side. Toss it with this tangy Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe or one of these Healthy Homemade Salad Dressings, along with any odds and ends you have in your pantry or crisper drawer like veggies, nuts, croutons, etc.

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

Unlike those cheesy carryout pizzas that make an epic next-morning breakfast, this homemade steak pizza is best enjoyed right away. But if you do have leftovers…

• Refrigerator: Store any leftover steak pizza in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
• To reheat: Pull the arugula off of the pizza. Bake the pizza in a 450ºF oven until it’s heated through, then add the arugula back (or add new arugula for a refresh). 

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