Best 6 Deluxe Pizza Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our Deluxe Pizza Casserole, a harmonious blend of classic Italian flavors and hearty comfort food. This delectable casserole features layers of tender pasta, savory ground beef, a medley of colorful vegetables, a rich and flavorful sauce, and an abundance of melted cheese. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and tastes, from the crispy pasta shells to the juicy ground beef, the vibrant vegetables, and the gooey, melted cheese. Whether you're craving a comforting family meal or a show-stopping dish to impress your guests, this Deluxe Pizza Casserole is guaranteed to satisfy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DELUXE PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This is the family favorite dish for special occasions, and we always make it for my granddaughter's birthday. Mushrooms are a wonderful addition if you like them. -Vickie Oldham, Dubuque, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 jar (24 ounces) meatless pasta sauce
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook and crumble beef and sausage with onion and pepper over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 6-8 minutes; drain., Stir in pasta sauce, pizza sauce and brown sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in pasta. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese., Bake, uncovered, until lightly browned and cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This recipe takes all the good things we love on pizza and combines them with egg noodles to form a great, one-dish casserole to feed your family.

Provided by Melissa

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Noodle Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked egg noodles
½ pound lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup sliced pepperoni sausage
16 ounces pizza sauce
4 tablespoons milk
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the onion, garlic and green bell pepper. Drain excess fat. Stir in the noodles, pepperoni, pizza sauce and milk, and mix well. Pour this mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes, top with the cheese, then bake for 5 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 902.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

PIZZA MACARONI & CHEESE



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My grandma made this for us once when she came to visit and I never forgot just how good it was. Since my kids love anything with pepperoni and cheese, I thought they'd enjoy it just as much as I did. -Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (14 ounces each) deluxe macaroni and cheese dinner mix
1/2 cup sour cream
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
2 ounces sliced pepperoni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente. Drain; return to pan. Stir in contents of cheese packets and sour cream. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a small bowl, combine tomatoes and pizza sauce; drop by spoonfuls over macaroni. Top with peppers, cheese and pepperoni. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 927mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

DELUXE DEEP-DISH PIZZA



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You don't have to be in Chicago to get delicious deep-dish flavor. My recipe makes it easy, using frozen bread dough. Load it with your favorite toppings, and keep a knife and fork handy. -Jenny Leighty, West Salem, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
3/4 cup pizza sauce
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup mild pickled pepper rings
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 14x10-in. rectangle. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Build up edges slightly. , Spread sauce over crust. Layer with remaining ingredients. , Bake at 400° until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 830mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

LOW CARB SUPREME PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This is an adaptation of several recipes I found in some old church cookbooks. Most called for pasta, this one does not and is not missed according to my high carb eating husband. Look for pizza sauce that has no added sugars and one that is lowest in carb counts.

Provided by Chef Petunia

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 1 9x13 casserole, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground beef
1 lb sausage
Italian spices
3 garlic cloves, pressed
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup green pepper, chopped
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
3 ounces thin sliced pepperoni, cut into quarters (save some for top of casserole)
15 ounces pizza sauce
7 ounces black olives, sliced
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Brown meats with Italian Seasonings and drain off fat. Add onions, peppers, garlic and mushrooms and saute until tender. Remove from heat and add pizza sauce and most of the pepperoni, mix well.
  • Spray a 13X9 Pyrex baking dish with Pam, add meat mixture. Top with most of the black olives. Mix mozzarella and cheddar together and spead over the black olives. Sprinkle with parmesan and decorate the top with the remaining pepperoni and black olives.
  • Bake 425 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes, cut and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.4, Fat 44.7, SaturatedFat 18.3, Cholesterol 123.8, Sodium 1323.4, Carbohydrate 13.6, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4, Protein 33.5

DELICIOUS GROUND BEEF PIZZA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Delicious Ground Beef Pizza Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Oven

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
salt or seasoning salt and pepper
3 -4 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 lb pepperoni, divided
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
4 cups pasta sauce
3 -4 cups rigatoni pasta (cooked to firm-tender and drained, do not overcook the pasta)
4 cups mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Cook the gound beef in a medium skillet with the onions, green peppers, garlic, salt pepper until meat is browned and veggies are tender; drain fat, and mix in the Parmesan cheese.
  • Stir in the 1/2-pound pepperoni (chop this pepperoni to add to the mixture, leave the remaining half pound pepperoni sliced), mushrooms, pasta sauce; stir well until combined; simmer for 20-25 minutes on top of stove.
  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place the cooked rigatoni pasta on the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with 2 cups mozzarella cheese over the pasta.
  • Layer with pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese.
  • Top with the ground beef/pasta sauce mixture.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, sprinkle with the remaining 2 cups mozzarella cheese.
  • Return to oven and bake for 10 minutes longer, or until bubbly.
  • Let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 978.9, Fat 63.4, SaturatedFat 25.9, Cholesterol 208.1, Sodium 2499.8, Carbohydrate 43.2, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 18.2, Protein 56.4

Tips:

  • Prepare the Ingredients: Before starting, measure and chop all the ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't Overcook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, but be careful not to overcook it, as it will continue to cook in the casserole.
  • Use a Large Pan: Use a large pan to cook the beef and vegetables to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings to your preference. Taste the dish and add more salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning as needed.
  • Don't Skimp on the Cheese: Use a generous amount of cheese for a gooey and flavorful casserole. A blend of mozzarella and cheddar works well.
  • Bake Until Golden Brown: Bake the casserole until the top is golden brown and bubbly. This usually takes around 25-30 minutes.
  • Let it Rest: After baking, let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the casserole to set.

Conclusion:

The Deluxe Pizza Casserole is a versatile and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of pizza and casserole. With its hearty combination of ground beef, pasta, vegetables, and cheese, it's a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. By following these tips, you can create a delicious and memorable casserole that will leave your family and friends craving more. Remember to adjust the recipe to your liking, experimenting with different ingredients and seasonings to create your own unique version of this classic dish. Whether you serve it as a main course or a side, the Deluxe Pizza Casserole is sure to be a hit.

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