Hosts planning a flexible meal
If pizza is sharing the table with Mexican-night dishes, two different toppings give guests a choice. Check whether either pizza needs to be suitable for a vegetarian guest.
Who is the pair for?
Shoppers stocking the freezer
When both pizzas are for later, pack size, stated servings and freezer space matter more than simply picking two of the same format.
Shoppers accommodating dietary requirements
Choose for the intended guests using the current ingredients, allergen declarations and any explicit vegetarian label. A cheese topping alone does not establish suitability.
What should you check?
Decide how many people the pizzas need to serve, then compare the two packs’ dietary information, cooking instructions and storage directions.
| Priority | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Portions and format | Compare pack weight, pizza count and stated servings. Chicago Town describes its 155g Deep Dish Pepperoni as an individual pizza; ASDA suggests two servings for its 385g Three Cheese Deep Pan Pizza. | If pizza is the main meal, I need enough portions for the group. If it accompanies other dishes, a different size or format may suit the plan. |
| Dietary suitability | Look for an explicit vegetarian statement where needed, then read each pizza’s current ingredients and allergen declaration. ASDA labels Dr Oetker Ristorante Mozzarella 335g suitable for vegetarians but also declares wheat and milk. | One guest may need a vegetarian option; another may need to avoid an allergen. I cannot rely on the topping name to answer either question. |
| Oven planning | Compare fan-oven temperatures, cooking times and shelf instructions on both packs. The cited Dr Oetker Ristorante Mozzarella calls for 10–13 minutes at 200°C fan, while Chicago Town specifies 20–22 minutes at 190°C fan for its Deep Dish Pepperoni. | When I want both pizzas ready together, I need instructions that work with my oven space and cooking schedule. |
| Freezer storage | Check that both packs fit and follow their stated storage temperatures and defrosting instructions. Goodfella’s and the cited Dr Oetker listing specify storage at −18°C and say not to refreeze after defrosting. | If the second pizza is for another day, I need room to keep it frozen until I use it. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming two packs mean two sharing pizzas
Pack counts, weights and stated servings vary. An individual deep-dish pizza does not cover the same number of portions as a larger sharing pizza.
Check the pizza count and servings on each pack against the number of guests before choosing your pair.
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Assuming vegetarian means allergen-free
ASDA labels Dr Oetker Ristorante Mozzarella suitable for vegetarians, but its listing declares wheat and milk.
Read the exact current pack’s ingredients, allergen information and any may-contain statement for the intended guest.
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Putting two different pizzas on one timer
The cited thin and deep-dish examples have different fan-oven temperatures and cooking times, so one schedule cannot simply be applied to both.
Compare both packs before cooking and stagger the pizzas where their instructions differ.
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Returning a thawed pizza to freezer stock
The cited Goodfella’s and Dr Oetker instructions both say not to refreeze after defrosting.
Keep the pizzas frozen until cooking and follow each product’s instructions if one has thawed.
Brand and retailer references
These examples show why the exact pizza and pack instructions matter more than the name on the front of the box.
Goodfella’s
Its Stonebaked Thin Mushroom with Spinach & Garlic is a vegetable-topped option to consider alongside a meat pizza.
- Goodfella’s specifies 15–19 minutes at 180°C fan for this pizza.
- Its instructions specify frozen storage at −18°C and say not to refreeze after defrosting.
Dr Oetker
The Ristorante Mozzarella 335g is an explicitly vegetarian-labelled thin pizza in ASDA’s listing.
- The listing states that one pizza serves two and gives a 10–13-minute cook time at 200°C fan.
- It contains wheat and milk; check the current pack for the full allergen statement.
Chicago Town
Deep Dish Pepperoni provides an individual-format alternative to a sharing pizza.
- Chicago Town identifies it as a 155g deep-dish pizza and specifies 20–22 minutes at 190°C fan.
- Check how many individual pizzas you need before counting it as one half of a group’s two-pizza meal.
Tesco
Tesco is a retailer reference when comparing frozen-pizza listings.
- Use the exact product listing or pack for ingredients, allergens and cooking instructions rather than treating the category as one pizza style.
Sainsbury’s
Its frozen-pizza listings include vegetable and branded options, as well as a Mozzarella & Marinated Cherry Tomato Wood Fired Pizza.
- The named wood-fired pizza is a 400g cheese-and-tomato option.
- Sainsbury’s gives additional allergy information for that product; check its full current declaration for the intended guests.
Asda
ASDA Three Cheese Deep Pan Pizza is an own-label example for comparing format and portions.
- ASDA lists the pizza at 385g and suggests two servings.
- Its listing declares milk and wheat and says it may contain celery.
Joybuy pizza options
These options include thin cheese or pepperoni pizzas and larger stuffed-crust cheese or meat pizzas. Compare two individual packs against your guest count and oven plan rather than assuming they form a ready-made pair.
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Chicago Town Stuffed Crust Takeaway Loaded Cheese 630g
A 630g cheese-topped stuffed-crust option to consider when pizza is the main meal. Check the pack’s stated servings and allergen information for your group.
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Chicago Town Takeaway BBQ Stuffed Magnificent Meat Feast Pizza 640g
This 640g stuffed-crust meat pizza could be the meat option in a mixed pair. Confirm servings, cooking instructions and allergens on the current pack.
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Dr Oetker Ristorante Pepperoni Salame Pizza 320g
A 320g pepperoni pizza to consider when you want a meat-topped option alongside other dishes. Check its pack instructions against those of the second pizza.
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Chicago Town Takeaway Stuffed Crust BBQ Chicken with BBQ Sauce Filled Crust 668g
This 668g chicken-topped stuffed-crust pizza is another option for a pizza-led meal. Check servings and oven instructions before planning to cook it with a second pizza.
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Goodfella’s Margherita Stonebaked Thin 334g
A 334g thin cheese-topped pizza to consider alongside a meat option. If a vegetarian guest will eat it, confirm suitability on the current pack; also check servings and oven instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Can I keep both pizzas frozen for a later Mexican night?
Yes, if you can store both according to their pack instructions. The cited Goodfella’s and Dr Oetker products specify −18°C storage and say not to refreeze after defrosting; check the exact packs and make room in the freezer before buying.
Should I buy two identical pizzas for a mixed group?
Two different pizzas can accommodate different preferences: one meat option and one explicitly labelled suitable for vegetarians is a practical pairing when both are wanted. Check each pack’s ingredients and allergens for the people eating it.
Can a thin pizza and a deep-dish pizza go in the oven together?
Check the exact instructions first; they may need different schedules. The cited Dr Oetker Ristorante Mozzarella specifies 10–13 minutes at 200°C fan, while Chicago Town Deep Dish Pepperoni specifies 20–22 minutes at 190°C fan, so do not use one product’s timing for both.
Is a vegetarian-labelled frozen pizza suitable for someone with an allergy?
Not necessarily. ASDA labels the cited Dr Oetker Ristorante Mozzarella suitable for vegetarians but declares wheat and milk. Read the exact current ingredients, allergen declaration and any may-contain statement for the intended guest.