Stuffed Pizza Burger

Stuffed with tasty provolone and Italian seasonings, then topped with pizza sauce, this Stuffed Pizza Burger is both easy to make and bursting with flavor!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings 4 people

Calories 493 kcal

Equipment

1 Pressure cooker with trivet

Ingredients

Main ingredients

1 lb ground beef 85% lean
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3-4 ounces provolone or mozzarella cheese
½ cup pizza sauce
4 hamburger buns soft but sturdy
1 cup broth or water for pressure cooking
as needed oil or butter for searing

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit for toasting the buns.
Mix ground beef with Italian seasoning, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide meat into four parts, shape each into a patty, and press a dip in the center.
Fill patties with cheese and a spoonful of pizza sauce, and seal well.
Set pressure cooker with 1 cup of broth and a trivet. Place patties on the trivet.
Cook patties under high pressure for about 10 minutes, then use natural release for 5 minutes.
Sear the patties in a hot skillet with oil or butter for a golden crust.
Toast the buns and assemble burgers with additional pizza sauce if desired.

Notes

Always ensure the pressure cooker valve is closed properly before cooking.