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This easy homemade pizza burger recipe combines two of my favorite dishes, so I never have to choose whether I want pizza or burgers! Juicy grilled hamburgers made with ground beef and Italian sausage are topped with sautéed vegetables, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and basil. I can’t think of anything tastier!
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Pin ItIf, like me, you love pizza and you love burgers, you’re going to really love this recipe for pizza burgers with grilled hamburger patties and stacks of pizza-inspired ingredients. These tasty burgers are made from a blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, then topped with sautéed vegetables, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and basil. It’s a two-in-one meal that I love to make!
Tips for Beginners
- Thoroughly preheat the grill.
- Bring the burger patties to room temperature before grilling.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the burgers are cooked through.
Pizza Burgers Recipe
Equipment
- Grill or Indoor Grill Pan
- Instant Read Meat Thermometer (optional)
Ingredients
For the Burger Patties
- 1 lb. ground beef I like to use 85% lean
- 1 lb. ground Italian sausage look for loose, crumbled sausage, or remove it from the casings
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning store-bought or homemade
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp kosher salt
For Assembly
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 green pepper sliced
- ½ onion sliced
- ⅛ tsp kosher salt
- 8 oz. cremini mushrooms sliced
- 6 slices low moisture mozzarella cheese
- 6 hamburger buns focaccia bread or ciabatta buns also work
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 24 slices pepperoni
- fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine all of the burger ingredients in a large bowl.1 lb. ground beef, 1 lb. ground Italian sausage, 1 large egg, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs, ½ tsp kosher salt
- Form into 6 patties.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 350-375°F).
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat (on the stove or grill).2 tbsp olive oil
- Add in the green peppers and onions and sprinkle with salt. Sauté for a few minutes until softened and the edges are browned. Transfer to a plate.1 green pepper, ½ onion, ⅛ tsp kosher salt
- Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook for a couple minutes until softened.8 oz. cremini mushrooms
- Grill the burgers for 4 minutes.
- Flip the burgers. Then, top each burger with a slice of mozzarella cheese and cook for another 4 minutes.6 slices low moisture mozzarella cheese
- Place the burger on the bottom half of the bun. Then, add on a few spoonfuls of pizza sauce, 4 slices of pepperoni, and a pile of vegetables over the top.1 cup pizza sauce, 24 slices pepperoni, 6 hamburger buns
- Top with basil leaves and more pizza sauce before placing on the top bun and serving.fresh basil leaves
Becky’s Tips
- Burger Temperature Guide:
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- For rare burgers: 130-135°F
- For medium-rare burgers: 135-140°F
- For medium burgers: 140-150°F
- For medium-well burgers: 150-160°F
- For well-done burgers: 160-165°F
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Make Pizza Burgers Step by Step
Gather your ingredients.
Form the patties: Combine 1 lb. of ground beef, 1 lb. of ground Italian sausage, 1 large egg, 1 tsp of Italian seasoning, ½ cup of Italian breadcrumbs, and ½ tsp of kosher salt in a large bowl. Form into 6 patties.
Preheat the grill to medium heat (about 350-375°F). Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat (on the stove or grill).
Cook the veggies: Add in 1 green pepper and ½ onion and sprinkle with ⅛ tsp salt. Sauté for a few minutes until softened and the edges are browned. Transfer to a plate.
Cook the mushrooms: Add 8 oz. mushrooms to the pan and cook for a couple of minutes until softened.
Grill the burgers for 4 minutes.
Add cheese: Flip the burgers. Then, top each burger with a slice of mozzarella cheese and cook for another 4 minutes.
Place the burger on the bottom half of the bun. Then, add on a few spoonfuls of pizza sauce, 4 slices of pepperoni, and a pile of vegetables over the top.
Garnish and serve: Top with basil leaves and more pizza sauce before placing on the top bun and serving.
Variations
You can use this recipe as a base for just about any kind of pizza burgers you could imagine.
- Veggie lovers, meat lovers, Hawaiian, let your creativity run wild.
- Add some pesto or balsamic glaze for next-level flavor.
- Cook burgers on the stovetop for a quick and easy burger
- Baked hamburgers turn out juicy and delicious.
- Air fryer burgers take only 15 minutes to make!
How to Store
Store leftover pizza burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or wrapped in aluminum foil in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating in a nonstick pan on the stovetop until they are fully heated through. Try adding about 3 tablespoons of water to the pan to create steam—this will keep the patties from drying out.
Serving Suggestions
My number one tip is to serve these tasty homemade pizza burgers with extra marinara sauce for dipping! They’re great with a side of crispy Parmesan potato wedges or crispy pasta chips on the side. When I want to go all out, I’ll even make some mozzarella sticks!
