Pizza Burger Recipe
A delightful fusion of pizza and burgers, this Pizza Burger combines the flavors of your favorite pizza toppings with a juicy beef patty. Perfect for a fun family dinner or a weekend gathering with friends.
Equipment
- 1 grill or stovetop skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spatula
- 1 knife
- 1 cutting board
- 1 cheese grater if using block cheese
- 1 measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste salt and pepper
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- ¼ cup sliced black olives optional
- as needed fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center to prevent puffing during cooking.
- Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the patties for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- During the last few minutes of cooking, spoon marinara sauce over each patty, then top with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and olives if using. Cover to allow the cheese to melt.
- Toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the burgers by placing the patties on the buns, adding additional marinara sauce if desired, and garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to customize your pizza toppings according to your preferences.
This recipe can easily be made with turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
For a spicy kick, consider adding jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.