Top 20 pizza topping ideas

Frying pan pizza with aubergine, ricotta & mint

Pizza topping ingredients

Cheese – go traditional with a generous portion of mozzarella, or mix things up with cheddar or parmesan
Protein – try adding shredded chicken, cooked mince, pulled pork, spicy sausage, bacon, crispy tofu or even a fried egg
Veggies – load up on veggies like onions, peppers, mushrooms, courgette, aubergine, broccoli or olives
Greens – add a handful of leafy greens like rocket, spinach and basil for some colour
Sauces – a final sauce drizzle can take your pizza to the next level. Try barbecue, chilli oil or a dash of fiery peri peri for a punch of flavour. Hot honey is having a moment—its sweet heat pairs beautifully with meaty toppings like pepperoni or nduja. For something fresh and fragrant, a swirl of pesto adds vibrant colour and herby depth—try our classic homemade pesto for a flavourful finish

20 best pizza toppings

1. Chicken tikka masala pizzas

Three pizzas topped with chicken tikka and vegetables

Combine two takeaway favourites with these easy chicken tikka masala pizzas. Simply top naan breads with spiced chicken, green peppers, natural yogurt, mango chutney and coriander. This simple dinner comes together in just 20 minutes.

2. Crispy meatball pizza

Top these easy, crispy pizzas with our spicy pork & harissa meatballs for a satisfying midweek meal. Quick to make and full of flavour, they’re a great way to repurpose your leftovers and go perfectly with a simple green salad.

With our clever leftovers recipes, you can make the most of every ingredient, reducing waste and adding flavour to your weekly meals.

3. Sausage & pesto pizza

Make these cheesy sausage and pesto pizzas with just a handful of ingredients for an easy, takeaway-style dinner. Top frozen pizza dough with a tomato sauce, pork sausage, buffalo mozzarella, fresh pesto and basil leaves.

4. Garlic mushroom flatbread pizzas

Flatbread topped with mushrooms cut into slices

Top flatbreads with gooey mozzarella and garlicky mushrooms for a fuss-free vegetarian supper, ready in 30 minutes.

Find more inspiration on how to cook mushrooms.

5. Rainbow pizzas

Sliced pizza with an assortment of vegetable toppings

This colourful dinner is a great way for kids to get their five-a-day. Top two plain pizza bases with mozzarella cherries, red and yellow tomatoes, sprouting broccoli, green olives, fresh pesto and basil leaves.

6. Christmas leftovers pizza

Pizza topped with meats leftover from Christmas

If you're all roasted out after the festive season but still have leftovers, try topping a pizza with turkey and stuffing. It’s a fun, no-fuss way to give those festive extras a tasty twist.

Check out more family dinner ideas from Christmas leftovers.

7. Spinach & blue cheese pizza

Pizza topped with spinach, onions and blue cheese

Try a more unique pizza topping with this vegetarian spinach & blue cheese pizza. Try making your own pizza base with wholewheat spelt flour. Then top with crumbled blue cheese, mushrooms, leafy spinach, red onions and walnuts.

8. BBQ salad pizza

Pizza can also be part of a healthy lifestyle. This low-calorie salad pizza – topped with lettuce, spring onion, and broccoli – is barbecued for a lovely smoky flavour. It’s a lighter option that still feels like a treat, perfect for those keeping an eye on their health or fitness goals.

9. Frying pan pizza with aubergine, ricotta & mint

Make your pizza on the stove in a frying pan to ensure an extra crispy base. Fry some sliced aubergines with a drizzle of olive oil until tender and cooked through. Add to your pizza with spoonfuls of ricotta. Scatter with mint and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil just before serving.

10. Punchy spinach pesto pizza

Pizzza topped with tomatoes, asparagus and pesto

Boost your greens with our punchy spinach and pesto pizza. Packed with vibrant veg in every layer – even the base – it’s a delicious way to get more goodness onto your plate.

11. Caramelised onion & goat's cheese pizza

Caramelised onion and goat's cheese pizza

This easy recipe uses goat's cheese for tang, while the onions give it sweetness. Add baby spinach leaves, Kalamata olives, thyme, sunflower seeds and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

12. BBQ chicken pizza

This filling pizza with hearty toppings is sure to go down a storm, plus it's low in fat and calories. Top with smoked cheese, diced chicken breast, peppers, onions, baby plum tomatoes and barbecue sauce.

13. Rye pizza with figs, fennel, gorgonzola & hazelnuts

This sophisticated pizza is an elegant option for adults on date night. Make the base with a mixture of strong white flour, '00' flour, rye flour and semolina flour. Thinly slice the fennel with a knife or mandolin, then fry with onions until cooked through. Top the pizza with the fennel mixture, halved figs, crumbled gorgonzola and finish with balsamic vinegar.

14. Chocolate pizza

Chocolate pizza with marshmallows and a variety of other toppings

Who says pizzas having to be savoury? We've devised the most satisfying sweet treat to please all chocoholics and dessert devotees. A fluffy homemade pizza dough is topped with silky chocolate spread and marshmallows. Other toppings which would work well include bananas, pretzels, caramelised biscuit spread and caramel sauce.

15. Vegan white pizza

Try a creamy vegan white sauce made with tofu, almond milk, garlic, nutmeg and lemon juice as the base for your next pizza. Add your favourite toppings – we love courgette ribbons and fresh basil for a light, summery twist.

16. Pork, gorgonzola & garlic butter pizza

Pork, gorgonzola & garlic butter pizza cut into four slices

Loaded with bold flavour, these pizzas combine garlicky butter, salty blue cheese, peppery rocket and a kick of chilli for a seriously satisfying bite.

17. Chorizo, caper & rocket pizza

Not a fan of cheese? This flavour-packed pizza is for you. Topped with salty chorizo and zesty capers, it’s bold and satisfying without any cheese in sight. Using a shop-bought base and pizza sauce means it’s ready in under 30 minutes – perfect for busy evenings.

18. Spicy prawn pizzas

Sliced prawn, mascarpone and olive pizza

This low-calorie pizza is topped with homemade tomato sauce, mascarpone, prawns and olives. While combining shellfish and cheese isn’t typically Italian, the result is still full of flavour and well worth a try.

19. Sloppy Joe pizza breads

Baguettes topped with mince, mozzarella and basil

These five-ingredient, American-inspired baguette pizzas make a brilliant fuss-free dinner, ready in just 30 minutes. Fry the mince with your sauce, then pile onto baguettes, top with shredded mozzarella and toast until golden. A budget-friendly crowdpleaser.

20. Smoking chilli chicken & sweetcorn pizza

This Mexican-inspired pizza features smoky chipotle chicken with peppers and sweetcorn. Swap the usual basil for green chillies – if you can handle the heat – and finish with fresh coriander for a vibrant twist.