Best 7 Easy Open Faced Pizza Sandwich Recipes

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Craving a quick and easy meal that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than these open-faced pizza sandwiches! Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, these sandwiches are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a fun weekend lunch. Choose from three mouthwatering variations: the classic Margherita, the savory BBQ Chicken, and the vegetarian-friendly Roasted Vegetable. Each recipe is packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, sure to satisfy any pizza lover. With their crispy bread, melted cheese, and generous toppings, these open-faced pizza sandwiches are a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

OPEN-FACED PIZZA BURGERS



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I'm not sure where I first saw this pizza burger recipe, but I'm glad I did! My family requests this meal often. A dash of oregano livens up canned pizza sauce. -Sharon Schwartz, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
6 hamburger buns, split and toasted
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink, 3-5 minutes, breaking into crumbles. Drain. Stir in the pizza sauce, mushrooms, sugar and oregano; mix well. Spoon onto buns; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. , Place on ungreased baking sheets. Broil 4 in. from the heat until cheese is melted, 2 minutes. , To freeze for quick lunches later, place the split and toasted buns on a baking sheet. Spoon the meat mixture onto buns; freeze for 1 hour. Transfer to freezer-safe airtight containers., To use frozen burgers: Thaw completely in the refrigerator. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat until heated through and cheese is melted, 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

PIZZA SANDWICHES



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I give grilled cheese a special treatment by using slices of mozzarella cheese and adding delicious extras like pepperoni and fresh tomatoes. Dipped in warm pizza sauce, this will be a fast favorite! -Mary Monaco, Columbus, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices Italian bread (3/4 inch thick)
8 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese
8 slices tomato
4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
24 slices pepperoni
1/4 cup butter, softened
Pizza sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • On four slices of bread, layer one slice of mozzarella, two slices of tomato, 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese, a dash of garlic salt and six slices pepperoni. Top with remaining mozzarella and bread. Spread outside of sandwiches with butter., On a hot griddle, toast sandwiches until golden brown, 3-4 minutes on each side. Serve with pizza sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Fat 31g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 1121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

EASY OPEN-FACED PIZZA SANDWICH



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Quick and easy recipe. This was a favorite of mine growing up. A true kid pleaser. Not spicy at all, so not for true italian food cravers.

Provided by Cookie Kake

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 slices, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 loaf Italian bread
1 lb ground beef
8 ounces tomato sauce
sliced American cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Brown ground beef in a frying pan, drain grease.
  • While beef is browning, slice italian bread into thick slices (about 3/4 inch thick). Each slice will be one sandwich.
  • Once beef is browned add 8-10oz can of PLAIN tomato sauce to frying pan. Simmer. Can add salt and pepper to taste.
  • While beef and sauce is simmering, toast slices of bread in oven for approx 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove toasted bread from oven and spread with 1/4 to 1/2 cup of beef mixture. Top with 1-11/2 slices american cheese.
  • Place back in oven for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Remove from oven and enjoy with your favorite salad!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.2, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 541.5, Carbohydrate 27.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2, Protein 19

17 BEST OPEN-FACED SANDWICHES TO TRY FOR LUNCH



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These open-faced sandwiches will be your new go-to lunches! From tuna melts to hot browns to avocado toast, there are so many delicious possibilities.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 17

Open-Faced Tuna Melts
Open-Faced Chicken Salad Sandwich
Smoked Salmon Mini Bagel Sandwiches
Roasted Tomato Tartine with Homemade Ricotta
Kentucky Hot Browns
Obložené Chlebíčky - Czech Open Faced Sandwiches
Open-Faced Avocado Spread Sandwiches
Crab-and-Avocado Toasts
Open-Faced Sloppy Joes
Strawberry and Granola Open-Faced Sandwich
Grilled Avocado Caprese Crostini
Brown Butter Ramps and Oyster Mushrooms on Ricotta Crostini
10-Minute White Bean Artichoke Basil Toasts
Open-Faced Reuben Sandwiches
Open-Faced Hot Honey and Ham Grilled Cheese
Fresh Corn and Tomato Open-Faced Sandwich
Open-Faced Ham And Cheese Sandwiches

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep an open-faced sandwich in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

OPEN FACE MOZZARELLA SANDWICH



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This is a good way to use up some leftover Italian bread -- or any bread for that matter. Fresh mozzarella melted over vine ripe tomatoes and basil, then drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Yummy! A nice glass of red wine and you're in heaven! Enjoy with a nice salad or a cup of soup; makes a lovely lunch or afternoon snack.

Provided by Julia Monroe

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices Italian bread
4 slices ripe tomato
4 leaves fresh basil
4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the 4 slices of Italian bread out on the prepared baking sheet; top each piece of bread with a tomato slice, a basil leaf, and a slice of mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted, about 7 minutes. Drizzle each sandwich with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 160.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

EASY PIZZA BURGERS



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For a quick lunch or casual supper, these open-faced sandwiches are ready to eat in 20 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1/4 cup finely chopped onion (1/2 medium)
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 can (4 oz) mushroom pieces and stems, drained, if desired
4 English muffins, split
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning and mushrooms. Cover and refrigerate; use within 3 days.
  • To prepare each sandwich, spread about 1/4 cup beef mixture on English muffin half. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cheese over top. Place on microwavable napkin or paper towel (to absorb moisture).
  • Microwave 1 sandwich uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes or until beef mixture is hot and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

SUPER EASY PIZZA SANDWICH



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I was hungry one day and had these supplies all sitting around, so then I decided to make something quick and easy out of them. It's so yummy! **Note** After baking, cut it in half to see if the cheese is melted through, if it isn't, pop it back in the oven (still cut) for another 3 minutes or so.

Provided by Chef Kitten

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 11m

Yield 1 sandwich, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 slices bread (I use wheat)
pizza sauce
shredded cheese (I use 2 different kinds)
pepperoni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Toast the bread in a toaster-- do not burn or over-toast.
  • After they're toasted, place on a plate and spread the pizza sauce over one side of both slices.
  • Sprinkle one layer of cheese, then add a layer of pepperoni, then another layer of cheese on one slice.
  • Place the other slice on top and put on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake for about 6 minutes, or until cheese is melted, wait to cool, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 255.5, Carbohydrate 25.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.1, Protein 3.8

Tips and Conclusion

  • Choose the right bread: To ensure a sturdy base for your pizza sandwich, select a thick and hearty bread that will hold up well to the toppings. Some good options include ciabatta, focaccia, or a rustic Italian loaf.
  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh and flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in the taste of your pizza sandwich. Choose ripe tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings.
  • Don't skimp on the sauce: A flavorful sauce is key to a great pizza sandwich. Use a homemade or store-bought sauce that you enjoy, and apply it generously to the bread.
  • Load it up with toppings: The possibilities are endless when it comes to toppings for your pizza sandwich. Choose your favorites, and don't be afraid to experiment with different combinations. Some popular options include pepperoni, sausage, bacon, vegetables, and cheese.
  • Broil it to perfection: Broiling the pizza sandwich is the best way to get a crispy crust and melted cheese. Keep a close eye on it to avoid burning.

Conclusion

Open-faced pizza sandwiches are a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of toppings to choose from, there's something for everyone. So next time you're looking for a simple but satisfying meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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