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Air Fryer Seafood Pizza - Crispy, Savory, and Surprisingly Easy

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Pizza base: 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade) or 2 medium pre-baked flatbreads
  • Sauce: 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes or pizza sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 garlic clove (minced), pinch of red pepper flakes, salt and black pepper
  • Seafood: About 1 to 1 1/4 cups total—peeled shrimp (small or medium), calamari rings, small scallops, or lump crab
  • Cheese: 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella; 2–3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
  • Herbs and extras: 1 teaspoon dried oregano, fresh parsley or basil for garnish, lemon zest (optional)
  • Finish: Olive oil for brushing, flaky sea salt (optional)
  • Tools: Air fryer with at least a 6-quart basket or oven-style air fryer, parchment round or perforated liner, rolling pin, and a light dusting of flour or cornmeal

Method
 

  1. Prep the seafood: Pat the shrimp, calamari, or scallops dry with paper towels. If using raw seafood, cut large pieces into bite-size pieces. Toss with a little olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  3. Shape the dough: If using fresh dough, dust a surface with flour and roll or stretch into an 8–9 inch round that fits your air fryer. Aim for a slightly thicker edge. If using flatbreads, skip the rolling.
  4. Par-cook the crust: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes. Place a parchment liner in the basket. Brush the dough lightly with olive oil and air fry for 3–4 minutes until puffed and just set. For flatbreads, 2 minutes is enough.
  5. Sauce and cheese: Remove the crust, spread a thin layer of sauce (don’t overdo it), then add mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Keep toppings light to avoid sogginess.
  6. Add seafood: Arrange the seafood evenly. Avoid piling it in the center so everything cooks evenly and the crust stays crisp.
  7. Air fry: Return the pizza to the air fryer at 380°F (193°C) for 6–8 minutes, until the cheese is melted, the crust is golden, and seafood is opaque and just cooked. If using pre-cooked crab, add it in the last 2 minutes to warm through.
  8. Finish: Let the pizza rest for 2 minutes, then top with fresh parsley or basil, a touch of lemon zest, and a drizzle of olive oil. Slice and serve.
  9. Repeat for more pizzas: If making multiple pizzas, keep the cooked ones on a wire rack so the bottoms stay crisp while you finish the next batch.