Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe is a cheesy and savory recipe, which is made with seasoned ground beef and melty American cheese. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 30 minutes.
Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe Ingredients
- 12 ounces ground beef
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, plus more for serving
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- All-purpose flour, for dusting
- 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- 2 cups shredded American cheese (about 8 ounces)
- 1/4 whole dill pickle, sliced into thin rounds
- 1/4 small red onion, finely diced, then rinsed and drained
- Ketchup, for serving
- Shredded lettuce, for serving, optional
How To Make Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pizza
- Prepare oven and cook beef: Place a baking stone or an inverted large baking sheet on the lowest oven rack and preheat to 450°F. Cook the ground beef in a medium skillet over medium heat until it’s just no longer pink, about 4 minutes.
- Season the beef: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked beef to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Let it cool for 5 minutes. In a bowl, stir the cooled beef with the 1 tablespoon of mustard to coat, then season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the pizza dough: Lightly dust a sheet of parchment paper with flour. Stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch (for thick crust) or 14-inch (for thin crust) round on the parchment. Brush the outer edge of the dough with vegetable oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds to mimic a burger bun.
- Top the pizza: Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Scatter the seasoned beef over the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over the beef.
- Bake the pizza: Carefully slide the pizza (on the parchment paper) onto the hot baking stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Transfer the hot pizza to a cutting board. Arrange the pickle slices evenly over the top and sprinkle with the diced red onion. Drizzle with ketchup and more mustard. Serve immediately, with shredded lettuce on the side if desired.
Recipe Tips
- How to get a crispy crust: Preheating a baking stone or an inverted baking sheet is the secret. The intense, direct heat cooks the bottom of the crust quickly, resulting in a crispier finish that’s similar to a pizzeria.
- Can I use a different cheese? Yes. While American cheese provides the classic, melty cheeseburger texture, shredded cheddar or a cheddar-mozzarella blend would also be delicious.
- Don’t overload the pizza: It can be tempting to pile on the toppings, but a single, even layer of beef and cheese will ensure the pizza cooks evenly and the crust doesn’t get soggy.
- How to handle sticky pizza dough: If your refrigerated dough is sticky, keep your hands and your work surface lightly floured. This will make it much easier to stretch and shape without tearing.
What To Serve With Cheeseburger Pizza
This pizza has all the flavors of a burger in one slice, so simple sides are best.
- Crispy french fries or tater tots
- A simple green salad with ranch dressing
- A side of extra pickles
- Onion rings
How To Store Cheeseburger Pizza
Refrigerate: Store leftover pizza slices in an airtight container or wrapped in foil in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best to store any side lettuce separately. Reheat: For the best results, reheat slices on a baking sheet in a 375°F oven for 5-7 minutes until the crust is crisp and the cheese is re-melted.
Cheeseburger Pizza Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 550kcal
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 30g
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Sodium: 1300mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 8g
Nutrition information is estimated per slice, assuming 6 slices per pizza, and may vary based on specific ingredients used.
FAQs
Can I use a pre-baked pizza crust?
Yes, you can use a pre-baked crust to save time. Simply top it with the cheese and cooked beef mixture and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 minutes.
What other u0022burgeru0022 toppings can I add?
Feel free to customize! You could add cooked, crumbled bacon with the ground beef, or add sautéed mushrooms or sliced jalapeños before baking.
Why do you rinse the red onion?
Rinsing diced raw onion under cold water for a few seconds helps to mellow out its sharp, pungent bite, leaving you with a milder onion flavor that doesn’t overpower the other toppings.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Chili Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Jalapeno Bacon Cheeseburger Mac Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Bacon Cheeseburger Bites Recipe
Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe
Description
A fun and easy pizza that has all the classic flavors of a cheeseburger, from the seasoned ground beef and melty cheese to the sesame seed crust and pickle topping.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven and a baking stone/sheet to 450°F.
- Cook ground beef until no longer pink; drain and stir in 1 Tbsp. mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Stretch pizza dough into a round on parchment paper. Brush the edge with oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Top the dough with 1 1/2 cups of cheese, then the beef, then the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
- Bake on the hot stone for about 15 minutes until the crust is golden.
- Top the hot pizza with pickles and onion, then drizzle with ketchup and mustard. Serve with lettuce on the side.
Notes
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