Pizza burgers are a delicious and fun twist on the classic burger. They are made with a ground beef patty that is topped with pizza sauce, cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings. The burgers are then cooked on a grill or in a skillet until the patty is cooked through and the cheese is melted. Pizza burgers can be served on a bun or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option. This article provides two recipes for pizza burgers: one for a traditional beef patty and one for a turkey patty. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be customized to your liking. So fire up the grill or heat up the skillet and get ready to enjoy a delicious and satisfying pizza burger!
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
HOMEMADE PIZZA BURGERS
We are big fans of pizza burgers that some greasy spoons serve, but it is so hard to find a good one so I decided to come up with my own. Here is a real simple recipe that puts smiles on the faces of my family.
Provided by duboo
Categories Main Dish Recipes Burger Recipes 100+ Hamburger Recipes
Time 4h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine beef, tomato paste, salt, sugar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, pepper, and oregano in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate to let flavors marry, about 4 hours.
- Form beef mixture into 8 thin patties. Place 1 slice of mozzarella cheese on each of 4 patties; leave at least a 1/2-inch border, breaking up the cheese as needed. Place remaining patties on top and pinch edges to seal in the cheese.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Fry burgers until browned and centers reach 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 6 to 7 minutes per side. Serve on buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 28.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1074.9 mg, Sugar 2 g
OPEN-FACED PIZZA BURGERS
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
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
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 BURGERS II
Open faced burgers with two kinds of meat and cheese in a tomato sauce. Wonderful recipe for birthday parties, football parties. You can also store meat mixture in the freezer for a later date! My whole family loves them. Very easy to make!
Provided by Robin Vandermause Frei
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until evenly browned, stirring to crumble. Drain fat, and set aside.
- Process the luncheon meat, cheese and onion in a food processor or run through a grinder until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the browned beef, tomato soup, tomato paste, garlic salt, and oregano until well blended. Spread a couple of spoonfuls of the meat mixture onto each bun half, and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until the meat is hot and the bun is crisp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 952.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
PIZZA BURGERS I
My mom used to make these when it was going to be a busy night. Now I make them for my daughters busy nights.
Provided by DAWNCIL
Categories Main Dish Recipes Burger Recipes 100+ Hamburger Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place ground beef in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain excess fat. Stir in pizza sauce, and heat through. Spoon onto buns and top with cheese. Microwave for 15 to 20 seconds, or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 114.4 mg, Fat 36.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 1020.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
PIZZA BURGERS
From Beloit, Wisconsin, Lisa Trunckenbrod sends this better-for-you version of an all-time lunch-counter classic. Loaded with popular pizza flavor, the cheese-topped burgers not only taste great, but they beat the clock as well.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 22m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture; mix well. Shape into six patties. Place on broiler pan coated with cooking spray. , Broil 6 in. from heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Sprinkle with cheese. Broil 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SUPREME PIZZA BURGERS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the ground beef, Italian sausage and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Knead the mixture together and form it into four large/thick patties.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the burgers on one side for several minutes, then turn the burgers. Lay 2 slices of provolone on each patty, followed by 4 slices of pepperoni. Add a couple of thin slices of red onion, a slice of green bell pepper and a pile of black olives. Spoon a little marinara sauce on top, then lay another slice of cheese on top of all the fillings.
- Place the lid on the skillet and allow the burgers to cook all the way through while the cheese melts and the pepperoni warms.
- Split the rolls and toast them in butter in a skillet until nice and golden and crisp. Spread both halves with more marinara sauce and sprinkle the sauce with Parmesan.
- Lay the patties on the bottom buns, then top with the top buns. Serve immediately; hearty appetites are recommended!
PIZZA BURGERS II
Open faced burgers with two kinds of meat and cheese in a tomato sauce. Wonderful recipe for birthday parties, football parties. You can also store meat mixture in the freezer for a later date! My whole family loves them. Very easy to make!
Provided by Robin Vandermause Frei
Categories Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until evenly browned, stirring to crumble. Drain fat, and set aside.
- Process the luncheon meat, cheese and onion in a food processor or run through a grinder until finely chopped. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the browned beef, tomato soup, tomato paste, garlic salt, and oregano until well blended. Spread a couple of spoonfuls of the meat mixture onto each bun half, and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until the meat is hot and the bun is crisp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 952.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
EASY PIZZA BURGERS
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
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
PIZZA BURGERS
This was always one of my favorite school cafeteria lunches. I loved them, and so do my kids. Quick and tasty..brings back childhood memories...
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Other Snacks
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Start by adding the onions and a drizzle of canola or vegetable oil in a large skillet on medium high heat. Heat through. Add the ground beef and cook all the way through,. Once the meat is cooked,add chopped pepperoni, add the tomato soup, water and pizza seasoning. Reduce to low and let simmer.
- 2. While the meat and sauce are simmering, preheat the oven on broil and spread the butter evenly on each English muffin half. Sprinkle with garlic salt. Pop these under the broiler on a cookie sheet for about 2 minutes or until they begin to brown just on the edges.
- 3. Take out of the oven and top each English muffin with about 1/4 cup of the meat and sauce mixture. Top each of those with the cheese. Place back under the broiler for another 2-3 minutes or until the cheese turns golden brown and bubbly. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Use a good quality ground beef for the burgers. A blend of chuck and sirloin works well.
- Season the ground beef well with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Form the ground beef into thin patties. This will help them cook evenly.
- Cook the burgers over medium-high heat until they are cooked through. This will take about 3 minutes per side.
- Top the burgers with your favorite pizza toppings. Some popular options include mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, and onions.
- Bake the burgers in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This will take about 5 minutes.
- Serve the burgers immediately, with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Pizza burgers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will enjoy. They are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend lunch. With so many different topping options, there is sure to be a pizza burger that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy your favorite pizza flavors, give pizza burgers a try.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love