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Crockpot Pizza Burgers Recipe

Crockpot Pizza Burgers Recipe


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  • Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes - 7 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Hearty crockpot pizza burgers blend Italian comfort with American classic flavors in one satisfying dish. Melted cheese, zesty marinara, and juicy ground beef create a mouthwatering meal perfect for casual dinners where friends and families can enjoy easy, delicious comfort.


Ingredients

Scale

Meat:

  • 1 lb (454 grams) ground beef

Cheese and Breadcrumbs:

  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup (30 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup (113 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese

Seasonings and Sauce:

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup pizza sauce

Serving:

  • Hamburger buns

Instructions

  1. In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend ground beef with breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, aromatic garlic powder, pungent onion powder, and fragrant Italian seasoning until ingredients are uniformly incorporated.
  2. Gently shape the seasoned meat mixture into uniform circular patties, ensuring consistent thickness for even cooking.
  3. Carefully arrange the prepared patties inside the crockpot, creating a single layer without overcrowding.
  4. Generously cascade pizza sauce over the meat patties, guaranteeing complete and even coverage.
  5. Secure the crockpot lid and set temperature to low, allowing slow cooking for approximately 6-7 hours until meat reaches optimal tenderness.
  6. During the final 30 minutes of cooking, delicately sprinkle shredded mozzarella across each patty, creating a melting cheese blanket.
  7. Once cheese transforms into a golden, bubbling layer and patties are thoroughly cooked, transfer the succulent pizza burgers onto toasted hamburger buns.
  8. Serve immediately while cheese remains warm and gooey, providing a delectable fusion of pizza and burger flavors.

Notes

  • Customize the meat blend by mixing ground beef with ground pork or turkey for a lighter version with enhanced flavor complexity.
  • Reduce bread crumbs for gluten-free diets by substituting with crushed pork rinds or almond flour to maintain burger texture.
  • Control sodium levels by using low-sodium pizza sauce and selecting reduced-fat cheese options without compromising taste.
  • Enhance meal prep efficiency by preparing patties in advance and freezing them before slow cooking, saving time during busy weekdays.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes - 7 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 410 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg