Pizza Burgers
Pizza Burgers are a mouthwatering fusion of juicy beef patties and classic pizza flavors. Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly grilled burger topped with gooey mozzarella, zesty marinara, and fresh basil—all nestled between soft, fluffy buns. This comforting dish is ideal for family dinners or barbecue gatherings, delivering an explosion of flavors in every bite. Quick to make and customizable to suit your taste preferences, these Pizza Burgers will soon become a crowd favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 soft burger buns
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef and Italian seasoning. Mix gently and shape into four patties about one inch thick.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each patty for about 4 minutes on one side until browned, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes.
- During the final minute of cooking, spoon pizza sauce over each patty and top with mozzarella cheese. Cover to melt the cheese.
- Lightly toast the burger buns until golden brown. Layer fresh basil on the bottom bun, followed by the cheesy patty.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and more pizza sauce if desired, then cover with the top bun.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, try mixing in chopped pepperoni or sautéed mushrooms into the beef mixture. - To store leftovers, wrap tightly in foil or place in an airtight container; they can be refrigerated for up to three days.