Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that combines the classic flavors of pizza and mac and cheese with a unique twist – the Slow Cooker Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese. This irresistible dish is a symphony of cheesy goodness, bursting with melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, complemented by the savory tang of pepperoni and the aromatic blend of Italian seasonings. Prepared effortlessly in a slow cooker, this dish promises a hassle-free cooking experience, allowing you to savor the delightful flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.
This recipe collection features variations on this comforting dish, catering to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. From the classic Slow Cooker Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese to its vegetarian counterpart, the Meatless Marvel Slow Cooker Pizza Mac and Cheese, each recipe offers a unique take on this beloved comfort food. For those with dietary restrictions, the Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Pizza Mac and Cheese provides a delectable alternative, while the Slow Cooker White Pizza Mac and Cheese offers a creamy, cheesy experience without the tangy tomato sauce.
Whether you're seeking a classic indulgence or a healthier alternative, this collection of Slow Cooker Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese recipes has something for everyone. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the harmonious blend of pizza and mac and cheese, resulting in a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
ONE-POT PEPPERONI PIZZA MAC & CHEESE
Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese: made completely in one pot or skillet! Because the only way pizza could get better is if you made it on a mac & cheese crust.
Provided by Ashley Fehr
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In an oven-safe dutch oven or pot, bring pasta, broth, milk, salt, garlic and oregano to a boil and reduce to a simmer over medium heat. Cook and stir for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Stir in 1½ cups cheese.
- Top with pizza sauce, remaining cheese and pepperoni and bake for 10 minutes until hot. Broil for 1-2 minutes until pepperoni starts to crisp up on the edges and cheese starts to brown.
- Devour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 542 kcal, Carbohydrate 56 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 1670 mg, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PEPPERONI PIZZA MAC AND CHEESE
All the flavors of pepperoni pizza - think Italian seasoning, marinara sauce, pepperoni - infuse this fully loaded mac and cheese mash-up.
Provided by Food Network
Time 55m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the mac and cheese: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package instructions for al dente; drain, reserving 1 3/4 cups of the pasta water.
- Bring the milk, Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking until the milk reduces to 1 1/2 cups, about 15 minutes. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Gradually whisk in both the Cheddar and Italian blend cheeses, a handful at a time, until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni and reserved pasta water to the cheese sauce and stir to combine. Stir in the marinara sauce, sun-dried tomatoes and pepperoni and adjust the seasoning with salt. Pour into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Toss the bread crumbs, Parmesan and sun-dried tomato oil together in a small bowl until the crumbs are moistened and sprinkle evenly over the macaroni and cheese. Bake until bubbly and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
SLOW-COOKER PIZZA CASSEROLE
A comforting casserole with mass appeal is just what you need when cooking for a crowd. For added convenience, it stays warm in a slow cooker. -Virginia Krites, Cridersville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h20m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Drain pasta; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the beef mixture, cheese, pizza sauce, soup and pepperoni. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. If desired, top with basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 885mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
PIZZA MAC & CHEESE
What do you get when you combine macaroni and cheese with pizza fixings? This hearty family-pleasing casserole! It's easy and tasty, and my grandchildren really like it.-Nancy Porterfield, Gap Mills, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set the cheese packet from dinner mix aside. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Drain macaroni; stir in contents of cheese packet. Transfer to a greased round 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese. Top with the beef mixture, pizza sauce, pepperoni and remaining cheeses., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512 calories, Fat 27g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 1038mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
SLOW COOKER PEPPERONI PIZZA
A different way to make pizza. You can use Italian sausage instead of ground beef. Great for a busy family.
Provided by kendra
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes
Time 1h55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook kluski noodles in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir marinara sauce and pizza sauce into ground beef.
- Arrange half of the cooked noodles in the bottom of a slow cooker, cover with half of the ground beef mixture, half of the pepperoni, half of the mushrooms, and half of the cheese. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients, respectively.
- Cook on Low for 1 1/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 678.4 calories, Carbohydrate 52.5 g, Cholesterol 160.5 mg, Fat 33.2 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 1143.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
SLOW-COOKER PIZZA
Always a hit at our church dinners, this hearty casserole keeps folks coming back for more. -Julie Sterchi from Jackson, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, mushrooms and Italian seasoning. Drain noodles. , In a 5-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, spread a third of the meat sauce. Cover with a third each of the noodles and pepperoni. Sprinkle with a third of the cheeses. Repeat layers twice. Press down to compact., Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 780 calories, Fat 41g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 192mg cholesterol, Sodium 1262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 49g protein.
BASIC PEPPERONI PIZZA AND FOUR CHEESE PIZZA
Steps:
- For the pizza dough: Sprinkle the active dry yeast over 1 1/2 cups of warm--not lukewarm--water.
- In a mixer with a paddle attachment, combine the flour and salt. With the mixer running on low speed, drizzle in the olive oil and mix until combined. Pour in the yeast mixture and mix until combined.
- Coat a separate mixing bowl with a light drizzle of olive oil and tip the dough in. Form a ball and toss to coat the dough ball in the olive oil. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and allow to rise for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 or 4 days refrigerated.
- Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
- To prepare the dough for the pizza assembly: Divide the dough into two equal parts. Roll out one part as thinly as possible and place on a baking sheet. Repeat with the second piece of dough.
- For the basic pepperoni pizza: Spread the sauce over the pizza base. Top with the sliced mozzarella and pepperoni.
- For the four cheese pizza: Drizzle on the olive oil and sprinkle on some salt and pepper. Pour the jar of pesto onto the dough and spread evenly. Add the mozzarella, fontina, goat cheese and Pecorino Romano.
- Bake both pizzas until the crusts are golden and the cheese is bubbly, 12 to 15 minutes.
- For the tomato basil salad: While the pizzas are baking, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a small skillet. Add the garlic and stir, lightly frying for about a minute and removing it from the heat before the garlic gets too brown (it can be golden). Pour it into a mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, balsamic, basil and some salt and pepper to the bowl. Toss to combine, and then taste and add more basil if needed, and more salt if needed. Set aside.
- Top the four cheese pizza with the tomato basil salad. Cut the pizzas into slices and serve.
- Add a tablespoon or so of olive oil into a hot pan over medium-high heat. Throw in the garlic and chopped onions and give them a stir. Cook until the onions are soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth, whisking to deglaze the bottom of the pan. Cook until the liquid reduces by half. Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste and a pinch of sugar. Add the dried oregano and basil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
PIZZA MAC AND CHEESE
If you're torn between ordering pizza or opening a box of mac-and-cheese mix, create this best-of-both-worlds casserole instead.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 3-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat until no longer pink; drain. In same skillet, cook bell pepper and onion 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
- In 4-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour, salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper flakes. Cook and stir until smooth. Gradually add milk and water, stirring constantly until thickened. Gradually add Cheddar cheese; stir until melted. Add macaroni, sausage and onion mixture; toss to coat. Spoon into casserole. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Bake uncovered 30 minutes or until bubbly. Top with Parmesan cheese, pepperoni and remaining 1 teaspoon pepper flakes. Bake 2 to 4 minutes longer, or until lightly browned. Garnish with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 570, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 960 mg
MACARONI AND CHEESE PIZZA BAKE
This is a great combination of mac 'n cheese and pizza that my kids love eating. It's a snap to make and the adults love it too!
Provided by Chad
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and return pasta to pot. Add butter, milk, and cheese mix to macaroni; stir until evenly mixed.
- Stir eggs into macaroni and cheese until incorporated. Add 1 cup mozzarella cheese; stir until just combined.
- Spread macaroni and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish; top with pasta sauce. Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups mozzarella cheese over sauce. Cover the cheese layer with pepperoni and season with oregano.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 127.3 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1310.5 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
SLOW COOKER MAC AND CHEESE
This creamy, comforting meal takes just moments to assemble and is always a big hit. Great for large family gatherings and to take to pot luck dinners. I'm always asked for the recipe!
Provided by Cathy P
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 3h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain and transfer pasta to slow cooker.
- Add butter to pasta and stir until melted; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle about 1/2 the Cheddar cheese over pasta and stir.
- Whisk evaporated milk and eggs together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture.
- Whisk milk and Cheddar cheese soup together in a bowl until smooth; stir into pasta mixture. Sprinkle remaining cheese over pasta mixture; garnish with paprika.
- Cook on Low for 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 524.2 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
SLOW COOKER PEPPERONI PIZZA MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE
Provided by bubbles7380
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place uncooked macaroni in a 6-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle in cornstarch and mix well, making sure that each noodle in lightly coated with cornstarch. Add the rest of the ingredients into the slow cooker. Mix well to combine. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, stirring after 1 hour. Serve hot.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Freshly grated cheese, quality pepperoni, and a flavorful pasta sauce will make a big difference.
- Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked macaroni will become mushy.
- If you don't have a slow cooker, you can make this recipe in a Dutch oven over low heat. Stir the mixture frequently to prevent it from sticking.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your mac and cheese, such as cooked ground beef, crumbled bacon, or diced vegetables.
- Serve the mac and cheese immediately, topped with additional grated cheese, pepperoni slices, and fresh parsley.
Conclusion:
This slow cooker pepperoni pizza mac and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. It's a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese, and it's also a fun and festive dish to serve at parties. So next time you're looking for a comforting and cheesy meal, give this recipe a try.
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