I used to think my pizza oven was just for, well, pizza. Then I discovered a whole world of 25 incredible recipes that go way beyond the classic pie.
Think s'mores, brisket, and everything in between. These dishes will totally change how you use that fiery backyard oven.
1. No Yeast Flatbread
These wood fired flatbreads are perfect for just about anything. Use them for wraps, scooping up dips and sauces, or as a base for pizza or tostadas.
They’re so packed with herbs and seasonings that I love eating them straight up. They take a little time, but every minute is so worth it.
2. Oven-Cooked Beef Brisket
You don’t need a fancy smoker or a special grill to nail brisket. I use my wood fired pizza oven and it works beautifully.
Yes, it takes time (all great brisket does), but the oven infuses it with deep, smoky flavor while keeping the meat juicy and tender. No dry brisket here, just perfection.
3. Beer Can Chicken
Beer can chicken is a summer classic, and I make it all the time because it’s ridiculously simple. Just coat the chicken in dry rub, balance it on a half full beer can, and let it cook.
The best part? You don’t need to wait for sunny grilling weather.
I make this year round right in my pizza oven (or a regular oven). You get the juiciest, most flavorful chicken with hardly any effort.
4. Cajun Corn on the Cob
If you love Mexican street corn, this is a similar vibe but turned up a notch. It’s spicier, fresher, and bursting with flavor.
The creamy Cajun mayo is absolutely out of this world. Serve it as an app, a side, or even a main. Everyone will devour it no matter how you plate it.
5. Cinnamon Rolls
These cinnamon rolls are another mouthwatering dessert that your pizza oven can handle beautifully. They’re sweet, rich, and ooey gooey in the best possible way.
Perfect for dessert, a snack, or honestly, breakfast. The recipe was written for a Dutch oven over a campfire, but the exact same instructions work perfectly in a stand alone pizza oven.
6. Rosemary Roasted Lamb Chops
Lamb chops always feel like a showstopper of a meal. The secret?
They’re way easier to make than everyone thinks. With just 10 minutes of prep and a few simple ingredients, you’ll have juicy, fall off the bone tender chops that are wonderfully herby.
7. Ratatouille
I love making ratatouille, but I never thought to pop it into the oven until recently. Turns out, it works surprisingly well! This is my go to ratatouille recipe, and while the main directions are for the stove, you’ll find a baking option in the recipe tips and notes section.
8. Fire-Baked Chimichurri Wings
These fire baked chimichurri wings are a total flavor explosion. Juicy chicken gets tossed in a zippy chimichurri marinade packed with fresh parsley, garlic, and oregano.
Then the oven works its magic, adding a layer of rich smokiness to every piece. Finish them with a tangy lemon garlic aioli, and you’ve got a main course that’s seriously unbeatable.
9. S’Mores
I adore oven s’mores, but they never quite capture that campfire magic. Enter the wood fired pizza oven.
This is how you get that smoky, nostalgic flavor without having to build an actual fire. You only need graham crackers, really good chocolate, and marshmallows to make it happen.
10. Steak Kebabs
If you’re a hardcore steak fan, these steak kebabs are going to rock your world. I’m talking tender, melt in your mouth cubes of beef alongside smoky, charred veggies.
No fork and knife needed, which makes them super easy and fun to eat. The marinade is incredible, sweet and savory with Dijon, soy sauce, and a few other yummy additions. The recipe offers plenty of veggie choices, so feel free to swap in your favorites.
11. Baked Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
I’m a serious grilled cheese enthusiast. I’ve made them every possible way, so trust me when I say these baked grilled cheese sandwiches are among the best.
The blend of cheeses is spot on, and the combination of mayo, Dijon, and butter is unbeatable. They deliver everything you crave about a classic grilled cheese, only better.
12. Maple BBQ Grilled Salmon
Maple BBQ grilled salmon is pure bliss. Succulent salmon filets get glazed with a mix of maple syrup and smoky barbecue goodness.
As it cooks, that glaze caramelizes into a sticky, irresistible coating that amplifies the fish’s richness. The result is a mouthwatering dance of sweet and savory, with tender, flaky salmon kissed by that whisper of smoke.
13. Chocolate Lava Cake
Chocolate lava cakes are always a treat, especially when they’re homemade. This recipe is truly one of the best.
It makes a decadent chocolate cake with a super rich, molten center. A touch of espresso powder (optional) deepens the chocolate flavor beautifully.
14. Grilled Potato Wedges
Craving potato wedges with shatteringly crispy skins and fluffy, tender centers? This recipe nails it. They’re herby, garlicky, and the perfect side for pretty much any meal.
15. Calzones
Sure, pizza is a given in a pizza oven, so calzones just make sense, right? This recipe gives you the essential dough and framework, then you get to choose your favorite fillings. I’m a peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives kind of girl myself.
16. Pork Loin Roast
For a pork loin roast with crispy, caramelized skin and melt in your mouth meat, your pizza oven is the secret. This whole roast is incredible, thanks to a sticky honey garlic glaze and the veggies that cook right alongside it. In 90 minutes or less, you’ve got a full, spectacular meal.
17. Fire-Baked Oysters
Fire baked oysters are buttery, herby, and so good you’ll savor every last bite. They’ve got a crunchy panko and Parmesan topping over tender, flavorful oysters. Each one is just a mouthful or two, so you can happily eat a whole trayful.
18. Wood-Fired Shrimp With Basil Butter
Is there anything better than plump, perfectly cooked shrimp? Yes, actually: wood fired shrimp draped in a drool worthy basil butter.
These little bites of deliciousness are completely irresistible. And they call for just a handful of basic ingredients. Make them tonight!
19. Spicy Neapolitan-Style pizza With Soppressata and Coppa
I’m kicking things off with a classic pizza to get the party started, and then I’ll take you through the non pizza recipes. This beauty has a crust that’s both thick and wonderfully crisp, with sauce, cheese, and toppings that are completely on point.
It’s truly unlike any pizza I’ve ever tried. That’s why it’s number one. You’ll fall hard for it.
20. Sourdough Bread
No matter how amazing your sourdough bread already is, baking it in a wood fired pizza oven takes it to another level. The gentle smoke gets into every little nook and cranny, adding an incredible depth.
It’s still that tangy sourdough you love, but with a crispier, crackly crust and an even softer crumb. Honestly, it’s just better.
21. Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs
You can cook really great, savory hot dogs right in your pizza oven. But why stop there?
Wrap each one in thick slices of salty bacon for a next level upgrade. A batch of six takes about 30 minutes, and you can easily double or triple the recipe without much extra time.
22. Ham & Tomato Pasta Bake
This easy, one pan pasta bake gets dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. It’s savory, cheesy, and a total family favorite.
I especially love that the hands on time is just about 5 minutes. Now that’s my kind of weeknight dinner.
23. BBQ Chicken
BBQ chicken is always a crowd pleaser. It’s high protein, low calorie, low carb, and reliably delicious.
You can throw it together with hardly any effort and just five simple ingredients. One little heads up: if you’re watching your carbs, check the label on your BBQ sauce because some can sneak in a lot more than you’d think.
24. Burnt Basque Cheesecake
This incredible cheesecake comes from the Basque Country of Spain, and it breaks all the rules on purpose. Instead of a pale top, you bake it until the outside is beautifully burnt and deeply caramelized.
Inside, it’s still creamy, smooth, and totally luscious. The batter itself is pretty similar to other cheesecakes; the magic is all in the high heat baking. That intense temperature forms a dark, rich crust that gives this dessert its signature look and flavor.
25. Garlic Butter Steak and Potato Foil Packets
Dinners don’t get much easier than foil packets, and cleanup is a total breeze. This version combines steak, baby potatoes, and onions, all drenched in plenty of butter and a generous mix of seasonings. Every single bite is more flavorful and delicious than the one before.