Indulge in the delectable delight of a slow-cooker pizza, an effortless culinary creation that elevates the classic comfort food to new heights of flavor and convenience. This innovative approach to pizza-making transforms your trusty slow cooker into a pizza oven, allowing you to craft a mouthwatering masterpiece with minimal effort. Discover the secrets to creating a perfectly golden crust, topped with an array of flavorful ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic pepperoni and gooey cheese to creative combinations of grilled vegetables, succulent meats, and tangy sauces, the possibilities are endless. Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to slow-cooker pizza, featuring three irresistible recipes that cater to various dietary preferences. Whether you desire a traditional meat lover's feast, a vegetarian delight bursting with colorful vegetables, or a gluten-free option that doesn't compromise on taste, we have the perfect recipe for you. Prepare to revolutionize your pizza nights and savor the unforgettable flavors of slow-cooker pizza, a culinary experience that will leave you craving for more.
Let's cook with our recipes!
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.
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.
SLOW-COOKER PEPPERONI PIZZA DIP
Gooey pizza toppings are mixed and melted, then served with veggie dippers. A great way to eat those vegetables!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 4h20m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix pizza sauce, pepperoni, onions, bell pepper and olives in 1 1/2-quart slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until mixture is hot.
- Stir in mozzarella cheese and cream cheese until melted. Serve with vegetables for dipping. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg
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 IN A POT
With warm breadsticks or garlic toast on the side, this is one dinner I know my family will always eagerly eat. -Dianna Cline, Phillippi, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, pizza sauce and tomato paste. , In a 5-qt. slow cooker, layer the pasta, beef mixture, pepperoni and cheese. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 829mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
SLOW COOKER PIZZA POTATOES
This is so good and easy! Especially great for those wanting gluten free recipes, as potatoes take the place of pizza dough. My family loves it!
Provided by LADYBUG53
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes
Time 6h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir potatoes and onion in oil until the onion is translucent, 7 to 10 minutes; drain. Put potato mixture in a slow cooker and add mozzarella cheese and pepperoni. Pour pizza sauce over the mixture.
- Cook on Low for 6 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 406.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
SLOW-COOKER PIZZA SOUP
Blogger Corey Valley of Family Fresh Meals fills your belly and warms you up, inside and out, right down to your toes with her Slow-Cooker Pizza Soup.
Provided by By Corey Valley
Categories Entree
Time 4h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until no longer pink; drain.
- In 6-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except cheese. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 hours or on High heat setting 4 hours.
- When ready to serve, top each bowl with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 2640 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
SLOW COOKER PIZZA FONDUE
I keep these dip ingredients on hand for spur-of-the-moment gatherings. Folks can't resist chewy bread cubes coated with a savory sauce. -Nel Carver, Moscow, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 4h10m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the spaghetti sauce, cheeses, oregano, onion and garlic powder., Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve with bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 341mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
SLOW-COOKER PIZZA DIP
I created this dip for my daughter's pizza themed birthday party. It was an instant hit and I've continued to bring this along to other gatherings. Everyone loves it! -Stephanie Gates, Waterloo, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 2h15m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef and sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer meat to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Stir in all remaining ingredients except garlic bread., Cook, covered, on low 2-3 hours or until heated through. Serve with garlic bread. Freeze option: Freeze cooled dip in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
SLOW-COOKER DEEP-DISH PIZZA
Delicious, deep dish-style pizza made in the slow cooker? Yes, it's true! Ideal for any time you'd rather keep your oven off, this clever recipe easily can be tailored to suit your topping tastes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 2h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spray 6-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink; drain.
- Unroll pizza dough; fold in half crosswise. Place pizza dough in slow cooker; press in bottom and 1 inch up sides. Spread pizza sauce evenly over dough to within 1/2 inch of edges. Top with half each of the cooked sausage, bell pepper, onion and cheese. Repeat with remaining sausage, bell pepper, onion and cheese.
- Place folded, clean dish towel under cover of cooker. This will prevent condensation from dripping down onto pizza. Cover; cook on High heat setting 45 minutes. Carefully remove slow cooker's ceramic insert, leaving cover on, and rotate insert 180°. Continue to cook on High heat setting 30 to 60 minutes or until crust edges are deep golden brown, cheese is melted, and thermometer inserted in center reads 165°F.
- Loosen edges of pizza with metal spatula or small knife; carefully remove from slow cooker to cutting board. Cut and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1200 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
SLOW-COOKER PIZZA JOES
Serve two kid favorites in one with pizza sauce, pepperoni, and more added to ground beef sauce for sandwich buns.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 6h25m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef and onions over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
- Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Spoon beef mixture into slow cooker. Stir in bell pepper, pizza sauce, pepperoni, basil and oregano.
- Cover; cook on Low setting 4 to 6 hours.
- To assemble sandwiches, spoon about 1/3 cup beef mixture onto bottom halves of buns. Top each with scant 2 tablespoons cheese. Cover with top halves of buns.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 7 g
SLOW COOKER BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA SOUP
This is truly BBQ chicken pizza in soup-form. Sweet and spicy BBQ sauce, chicken, red onions, and cilantro come together with the addition of corn for a comforting bowl of goodness on a chilly autumn day. I've also used frozen chicken cutlets in this with great results. Whatever you have on hand will work!
Provided by My 3 boys
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 5h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine chicken broth, chicken, corn, onion, barbeque sauce, garlic, salt, black pepper, and garlic salt in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 5 hours. Remove chicken from slow cooker and cut into bite-size pieces; return to slow cooker and stir.
- Ladle soup into serving bowls and top each serving with mozzarella cheese and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 46.6 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1412.9 mg, Sugar 18.3 g
SLOW-COOKER PIZZA RAVIOLI MIX UP
Add something cheesy to your Italian dinner with this ravioli made using pork sausage, ground beef and pepperoni - a tasty slow-cooked meal.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 3h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spray bottom of 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Line side of slow cooker with foil; spray foil with cooking spray.
- In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, breaking up sausage with spoon, until no longer pink; drain. Place sausage in large bowl. In same skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked and onion is tender; drain. Add beef mixture and 1 jar of the pasta sauce to bowl with sausage; stir to combine.
- In slow cooker, spread half of remaining jar of pasta sauce to cover bottom. Layer with half of the ravioli and half of the meat mixture. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups of the cheese and half of the pepperoni. Repeat layers.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 3 hours. Sprinkle with olives before serving. Garnish with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 560, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg
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.
SLOW-COOKER PIZZA PORK CHOPS
Pork chops and pasta sauce partner for a taste-tempting dinner reminiscent of pizza.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 4h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Remove excess fat from pork. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add pork; cook about 5 minutes, turning once, until brown.
- Place pork in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle onion over pork. Add pasta sauce.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 to 6 hours.
- Place orzo on platter. Top with pork and sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
SLOW-COOKER PEPPERONI PIZZA DIP
Gooey pizza toppings are mixed and melted, then served with veggie dippers. A great way to eat those vegetables!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 4h20m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix pizza sauce, pepperoni, onions, bell pepper and olives in 1 1/2-quart slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until mixture is hot.
- Stir in mozzarella cheese and cream cheese until melted. Serve with vegetables for dipping. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg
SLOW COOKER BUFFALO CHICKEN PIZZA LOAF
I love this recipe because the crust comes out perfect every time. Also, it's slow cooker, so I can prepare it when I have time and it's ready when I need it.
Provided by mthb56
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 2h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Spray the inside of a slow cooker with cooking spray.
- Bring milk to a boil in a small saucepan and remove from heat; let cool until lukewarm, about 10 minutes. Pour milk into a large bowl and stir in honey and yeast. Let the mixture stand until yeast begins to foam, about 5 minutes. Mix flour into milk mixture, 1 cup at a time, until dough is no longer sticky. Knead dough until elastic, about 2 minutes.
- Combine chicken and onion in a bowl; stir hot sauce into chicken mixture.
- Roll dough into a 12-inch circle and fit dough circle into slow cooker. Sides of dough circle may collapse. Pour tomato sauce inside dough, lifting dough sides if needed. Fill inside of dough with chicken mixture and top with 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Fold sides of dough over filling and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Cook on High until crust is cooked and filling is hot, about 2 1/2 hours. Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 29.8 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 747.8 mg, Sugar 7 g
SLOW COOKER PIZZA BAKE RECIPE {FREEZER MEAL}
Steps:
- Brown meat, onion and pepper in frying pan.
- Drain grease and add pizza sauce and spaghetti sauce
- Combine all ingredients in a large crock pot (spray with non-stick spray first).
- Cook on HIGH for 30 minutes and then LOW for 2 or 3 hours until the cheese melts.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 3706 kcal, Fat 97 g, SaturatedFat 45 g, Cholesterol 237 mg, Sodium 2258 mg, Carbohydrate 553 g, Sugar 24 g, Protein 194 mg
SLOW-COOKER DEEP-DISH PIZZA RECIPE
Provided by rhodges8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- ide Images 1 Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart oval slow cooker with cooking spray. Unroll pizza dough; fold in half crosswise. Place pizza dough in slow cooker; press in bottom and 1 inch up sides. 2 Spread pizza sauce evenly over pizza dough. Top with half each of the sausage, pepperoni and cheese. Repeat with remaining sausage, pepperoni and cheese. 3 Cover; cook on Low heat setting 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until crust edges are deep golden brown and cheese is melted. Remove from slow cooker to cutting board. Cut and serve.
SLOW-COOKER PIZZA DIP
Take your favorite pizza toppings, including sausage, pepperoni, and cheese, and blend them into a powerhouse dip for baguette slices.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 3h15m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Stir in pepperoni, ketchup and pizza sauce.
- Spray 1 1/2- to 3-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Spoon sausage mixture into slow cooker. Stir in cheese.
- Cover; cook on Low setting 2 to 3 hours.
- Stir dip before serving. Serve with bread slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 2 g
Tips:
- To achieve a crispy crust, use a slow cooker with a removable crock. This allows you to easily transfer the pizza to a baking sheet and finish it in the oven.
- If you don't have a removable crock, you can still make a crispy crust by pressing the dough into the bottom of the crock and par-baking it for 10-15 minutes before adding the toppings.
- Be sure to use a good quality pizza sauce. A homemade sauce will give your pizza the best flavor.
- Don't overload the pizza with toppings. Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy.
- If you're using fresh vegetables, be sure to cook them before adding them to the pizza. This will help to prevent them from releasing too much water.
- Cook the pizza on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your crust and the amount of toppings you use.
- To check if the pizza is done, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the pizza is done.
Conclusion:
Slow cooker pizza is a delicious and easy way to enjoy your favorite food. With a little planning, you can have a hot, fresh pizza ready to eat in just a few hours. So next time you're craving pizza, don't order takeout. Make it in your slow cooker instead!
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