Pizza Burgers Recipe

Ground beef: The base of your burger, providing a rich and hearty flavor.

Pizza sauce: Adds the classic pizza taste with its tangy and savory notes.

Burger buns: Holds all the delicious components together.

Shredded mozzarella cheese: Melts beautifully over the patty, giving that gooey, cheesy goodness.

Italian seasoning: Enhances the flavor of the beef with a blend of herbs and spices.

To enhance the flavor of your ground beef, consider mixing in finely chopped onions and garlic along with the italian seasoning. This will add a depth of flavor to your patties. Additionally, for a perfectly melted mozzarella cheese, place the assembled burgers back on the grill for a minute or two with the lid closed, allowing the cheese to melt evenly over the pizza sauce.

• ground beef - Substitute with ground turkey: Ground turkey is a leaner option and can provide a similar texture and flavor profile when seasoned well.

• ground beef - Substitute with ground chicken: Ground chicken is another lean alternative that absorbs flavors well and can be used in place of ground beef.

• pizza sauce - Substitute with marinara sauce: Marinara sauce is similar to pizza sauce but may have a slightly different seasoning profile, making it a suitable replacement.

• pizza sauce - Substitute with tomato paste mixed with Italian seasoning: Mixing tomato paste with Italian seasoning can mimic the thickness and flavor of pizza sauce.

• burger buns - Substitute with whole wheat buns: Whole wheat buns offer more fiber and nutrients compared to regular burger buns.

• burger buns - Substitute with lettuce wraps: For a low-carb option, lettuce wraps can be used to hold the burger ingredients together.

• shredded mozzarella cheese - Substitute with shredded provolone cheese: Provolone cheese melts well and has a mild flavor similar to mozzarella.

• shredded mozzarella cheese - Substitute with shredded cheddar cheese: Cheddar cheese provides a sharper flavor and melts nicely, making it a good alternative.

• italian seasoning - Substitute with herbes de Provence: Herbes de Provence is a blend of herbs that can provide a similar aromatic profile to Italian seasoning.

• italian seasoning - Substitute with dried oregano and basil: Combining dried oregano and basil can replicate the key flavors found in Italian seasoning.

• Allow the burger patties to cool completely before storing. This helps prevent condensation, which can make the buns soggy.
• Wrap each burger patty individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. This ensures they stay fresh and prevents them from sticking together.
• Place the wrapped patties in an airtight container or a resealable freezer bag. Label the container with the date to keep track of freshness.
• Store the burger buns separately. You can keep them in a resealable bag at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze them for longer storage.
• To freeze the assembled pizza burgers, first wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil. This double layer of protection helps prevent freezer burn.
• When ready to enjoy, thaw the pizza burgers in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat the patties in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
• For a quick reheat, you can also use the microwave. Place the patty on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Heat on medium power for 1-2 minutes, checking frequently.
• Toast the buns separately in the oven or on a skillet to restore their crispiness.
• Reassemble the pizza burgers by adding fresh pizza sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese. If desired, you can broil the assembled burger for a minute to melt the cheese.
• Serve immediately and enjoy the deliciousness of your pizza burgers once again!

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the pizza burgers on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil.
  3. Cover the burgers loosely with another piece of foil to prevent the mozzarella cheese from burning.
  4. Heat for about 10-15 minutes or until the ground beef patties are warmed through and the cheese is melted.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place the pizza burgers on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Cover with a microwave-safe lid or a damp paper towel to retain moisture.
  3. Heat on medium power for 1-2 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure even heating. Add more time if necessary, but be cautious to avoid overcooking.

• Stovetop Method:

  1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add a small amount of olive oil or butter to the skillet.
  3. Place the pizza burgers in the skillet and cover with a lid.
  4. Heat for about 3-5 minutes on each side, or until the ground beef is warmed through and the cheese is melted.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the pizza burgers in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Heat for about 5-7 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure even heating.

• Toaster Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your toaster oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the pizza burgers on the toaster oven tray.
  3. Cover loosely with foil to prevent the mozzarella cheese from burning.
  4. Heat for about 10-12 minutes or until the ground beef patties are warmed through and the cheese is melted.

• Grill pan: A flat cooking surface with ridges used to grill the patties and toast the burger buns.

• Mixing bowl: A large bowl used to combine the ground beef and Italian seasoning.

• Spatula: A flat tool used to flip the patties on the grill pan.

• Measuring spoon: A small spoon used to measure out the Italian seasoning.

• Measuring cup: A cup used to measure the pizza sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.

• Tongs: A tool used to handle the burger buns while toasting them on the grill.

• Plate: A flat dish used to assemble and serve the pizza burgers.

• Knife: A cutting tool used to slice the burger buns if needed.

Pre-make the patties: Form the ground beef patties ahead of time and store them in the fridge.

Use store-bought pizza sauce: Save time by using pre-made pizza sauce instead of making it from scratch.

Shred cheese in advance: Shred the mozzarella cheese beforehand and keep it in an airtight container.

Toast buns together: Toast all burger buns simultaneously on the grill to speed up the process.

Batch cooking: Grill multiple patties at once to reduce cooking time.