Open Faced Pizza Burgers Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into patties.
• STEP 3.Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and top each patty with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings.
• STEP 4.Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve the burgers on toasted buns.

Cooking Tips

• You can use any ground meat of your choice, such as turkey or chicken, instead of beef.
• Feel free to customize the toppings to your liking. Add sliced pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms for extra flavor.
• Toasting the buns before assembling the burgers adds a nice crunch and prevents them from getting soggy.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Open Faced Pizza Burgers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the burgers in the oven or microwave before serving.
• Serve the burgers with a side of fries or a salad for a complete meal.