Easy Pizza Burgers
A delicious blend of juicy burger patties topped with mozzarella cheese and turkey pepperoni, all tucked in a toasted bun with pizza sauce.
Ingredients
For the burger patties
- 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Can substitute with Pecorino Romano or omit for dairy-free.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg For a vegan version, use a flax egg.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For assembly
- 2 large hamburger buns Toast for better texture.
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce Marinara sauce can be used as an alternative.
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 8 slices turkey pepperoni Regular pepperoni can be used for richer flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, garlic powder, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties, pressing a slight indent in the center of each.
Cooking
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, adding oil to prevent sticking if desired.
- Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
- In the last minute of cooking, place mozzarella cheese on each patty and top with turkey pepperoni. Cover the skillet to help the cheese melt.
- While the patties cook, lightly toast the hamburger buns.
Assembly
- Spread pizza sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun, place the cooked patty on top, and add the top bun.
Notes
These burgers are perfect for a quick dinner and can be customized with various toppings. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
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