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Loaded Pizza Burgers

Loaded Pizza Burgers combine the delicious flavors of a classic pizza with the juicy goodness of a burger, perfect for gatherings, game day, or a fun dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Burger Patties
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option or substitute with turkey or veggie patties.
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Pizza Sauce Spread on top after cooking the patties.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded.
  • 1/2 cup Pepperoni Slices
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Italian Sausage
  • 1/2 cup Bell Peppers Diced.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Diced.
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Sliced.
  • 1/2 cup Mushrooms Sliced.
Buns
  • 4 pieces Burger Buns Butter for toasting.
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or Parsley Chopped.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine ground beef, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
  3. Shape the mixture into burger patties.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet and brown each burger for about 3–4 minutes per side.
  2. Transfer burgers to the baking sheet, spread pizza sauce on top, and add mozzarella and your choice of toppings.
  3. Bake for 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  4. Butter and toast the buns.
  5. Assemble the burgers on toasted buns with fresh herbs and serve.

Notes

Serve loaded pizza burgers hot with a side of fries or a fresh salad. Offer extra toppings like more pizza sauce, chili flakes, or different cheeses for customization. If you have leftovers, place the burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay good for up to 3 days.