Description
Pizza Burgers combine the best of two favorites—juicy seasoned beef patties topped with classic pizza ingredients like mozzarella, Parmesan, and tangy pizza sauce. This quick and flavorful recipe is perfect for a fun weeknight dinner or an easy weekend meal, offering all the deliciousness of pizza in a convenient burger form.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Burger Patties
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings
- ½ cup pizza sauce (about 2 tablespoons per patty)
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- Optional toppings: sliced pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions
Assembly
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Prepare the Patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined and then form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a skillet over medium heat or preheat a grill. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are browned and cooked to your desired doneness, ensuring they are juicy and flavorful.
- Add Pizza Toppings: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce over each cooked patty. Then, place a slice of mozzarella cheese on top and add any optional toppings such as sliced pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions.
- Melt the Cheese: Cover the skillet with a lid or close the grill lid. Allow the cheese to melt for approximately 1-2 minutes until it is gooey and perfectly melted over the patty and toppings.
- Assemble the Burgers: Place each cheesy pizza burger patty onto the bottom half of a hamburger bun. Top with the bun’s other half and serve immediately while warm and delicious.
Notes
- For best results, avoid over-mixing the ground beef to keep patties tender.
- Feel free to customize the optional toppings based on your preference.
- If using a grill, keep an eye on melting the cheese to avoid burning the buns.
- Serve with a side salad or fries for a complete meal.
- Make sure to cook the patties to an internal temperature of at least 160°F for safety.
