Description
Mouthwatering Pizza Burgers blend classic American comfort food with Italian-inspired flavors, creating a perfect crossover meal. Cheesy, savory patties topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella will satisfy cravings and elevate your dinner game.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef (80/20)
- 16–24 slices pepperoni
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 grams) black pepper
Toppings and Bread:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) pizza sauce
- 1 cup (113 grams) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Blend ground beef with selected herbs and spices, carefully shaping into 4 uniform patties. Allow meat mixture to rest and develop flavors at room temperature.
- Prepare grill to medium-high heat around 400°F. Simultaneously, activate broiler. Lightly toast bread buns on cut side until achieving a golden-brown crisp texture.
- Position patties on preheated grill, cooking approximately 4-5 minutes per side. Ensure internal temperature reaches 160°F for food safety. Concurrently, gently warm pizza sauce in a small saucepan.
- Spread a layer of heated pizza sauce on bottom bun surfaces. Strategically arrange shredded cheese and pepperoni slices. Transfer to broiler for 2-3 minutes until cheese becomes bubbly and slightly golden.
- Carefully place grilled meat patties atop prepared bun bases. Drizzle additional warm sauce over burgers, then crown with extra cheese and pepperoni. Return to broiler for final 1-2 minutes until cheese melts completely and edges crisp slightly.
Notes
- Seasoning Boost intensify burger flavor by mixing Italian herbs like oregano and basil directly into ground beef for a pizza-inspired taste profile.
- Cheese Variety experiment with different melting cheeses such as provolone or mozzarella to enhance the pizza burger’s authentic Italian feel.
- Gluten-Free Option swap regular buns with lettuce wraps or gluten-free rolls to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising deliciousness.
- Prep Ahead make patties in advance and store in refrigerator, allowing flavors to meld and saving time during meal preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg