Pizza Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Satisfy your pizza cravings with this irresistible Pizza Casserole, a comforting combination of all your favorite pizza flavors in one hearty, oven-baked dish. This crowd-pleasing recipe features tender penne pasta, savory ground Italian sausage, and a rich, tangy pizza sauce seasoned to perfection. With layers of melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, zesty pepperoni slices, and vibrant toppings like black olives and diced green bell peppers, every forkful is an explosion of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole comes together in just one hour and serves six hungry appetites. Whether you’re planning a family dinner or prepping make-ahead meals, this Pizza Casserole is guaranteed to hit the spot!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 12 oz penne pasta
• 1 lb ground Italian sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 24 oz pizza sauce
• 14 oz diced tomatoes, drained
• 3 oz pepperoni slices
• 1 cup black olives, sliced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with olive oil or cooking spray.

2. Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.

4. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

5. Stir in the pizza sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to combine the flavors.

6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sausage mixture, black olives, green bell pepper, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.

7. Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and evenly spread it out. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and pepperoni slices.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.

9. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parmesan cheese or fresh basil, if desired. Enjoy your Pizza Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (452.1g)

Calories		682
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		44.3 g	57%
	Saturated Fat	18.5 g	93%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		99 mg	33%
Sodium		2326 mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate		41.1 g	15%
	Dietary Fiber	5.9 g	21%
	Total Sugars	11.8 g
Protein		35.7 g	71%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		501 mg	39%
Iron		3.6 mg	20%
Potassium		912 mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2399 cal (56.5%%)

Protein: 854 cal (20.1%%)

Carbs: 988 cal (23.3%%)