Pizza Grilled Cheese
Transform your favorite comfort foods into one irresistible bite with this Pizza Grilled Cheese recipe! Combining the gooey, cheesy goodness of a classic grilled cheese with the savory flavors of a pepperoni pizza, this quick and easy sandwich is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack. Layers of melty mozzarella cheese, tangy pizza sauce, zesty pepperoni, and Italian seasonings are nestled between golden, crispy slices of bread, with an optional sprinkle of Parmesan for extra indulgence. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is great for busy weeknights or a fun twist on traditional pizza night. Don’t forget to serve it with warm marinara or pizza sauce for dipping!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices sliced bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 12 slices pepperoni slices
- 0.25 cup pizza sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional for crispier bread)
Instructions
Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. This will help create a golden, crispy exterior.
Flip the bread and spread about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce on the unbuttered side of each slice.
Sprinkle a thin layer of mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce on two slices of bread.
Add 6 pepperoni slices to each of the two bread slices with cheese for even coverage.
Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning over the pepperoni for an extra burst of pizza flavor.
Add the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the pepperoni, then place the remaining bread slices (sauce side down) on top to create a sandwich.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. If desired, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil for extra crispiness.
Place the sandwiches in the skillet, buttered side down, and cook for 3–4 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula to ensure the cheese melts evenly.
Flip the sandwiches carefully and cook the other side for another 3–4 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese while still warm.
Cut the sandwiches in half diagonally and serve immediately. Pair with extra pizza sauce for dipping if desired!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.0 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.9 g | 139% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 146 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 1642 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.0 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 784 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 364 mg | 8% | |
*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.
