Meatball pizza is a delectable dish that combines the savory flavors of meatballs with the cheesy, doughy goodness of pizza. Originating in Italy, this culinary delight has become a global favorite, enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're hosting a party, gathering with friends or family, or simply craving a satisfying meal, a meatball pizza is a perfect choice. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MEATBALL PIZZA
I always keep meatballs and pizza crusts in the freezer to make this specialty on the spur of the moment. Add a tossed salad and you have a delicious dinner. -Mary Humeniuk-Smith, Perry Hall, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan or baking sheet., Spread sauce over crust; sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese. Top with onion and meatballs; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 12-17 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 755mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.
MEGA MEATBALL PIZZA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 32m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- On a round pizza stone or pan or on a rectangular baking sheet, using flour or cornmeal to dust the dough, spread out the dough to form your crust. If you are using a baking sheet, drizzle pan with extra-virgin olive oil then set crust in place. Poke the pizza dough in several areas with the tines of a fork. Drizzle the dough with extra-virgin olive oil then season it with finely chopped rosemary and a little salt. Place in oven 10 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan, then the meat. Brown and crumble meat a couple of minutes, then add onions and garlic. Season the meat with salt and pepper then work in the tomato paste using the back of a wooden spoon to combine. Stir in the cheese, parsley and oregano.
- Remove pizza crust from oven and top with meat. Arrange cheese over the pizza, working to edges. Return the pizza to the oven and bake until cheese is golden, another 10 to 12 minutes.
DEEP-DISH MEATBALL PIZZA
Every meatball-lover will adore this deep dish pizza. A pie plate and store-bought dough are all the keys you need to have a great pizza night at home.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes Ground Beef Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Coat a 9-inch glass pie plate with olive oil. Stretch dough to an 8-inch round, then press into bottom and up sides of plate. If dough springs back, let rest 5 minutes before continuing.
- Combine beef, breadcrumbs, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Spread marinara over bottom of dough, then top with half of each cheese. Crumble meat mixture over dough. Top with remaining cheese.
- Drizzle pizza with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Bake until cooked through and crust is crisp and golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle with basil. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
MEATBALL PIZZA SANDWICH CASSEROLE
Take Italian favorites--ready-made frozen meatballs, mozzarella, and prepared pizza sauce--and turn them into a fun casserole.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, beat cream cheese and pizza sauce until well blended.
- In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, spread 1 cup of sauce mixture; arrange baguette slices over sauce. Spread top of baguette slices with 1 cup sauce mixture; sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese.
- Stir meatballs and pepperoni into remaining sauce mixture; pour over cheese. Sprinkle with bell pepper and remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 525, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1/8 of Recipe, Sodium 1410 mg, Sugar 6 g
PIZZA MEATBALL SUBS
I made these sandwiches one evening for my family, and they were a huge hit with everyone, including the picky eaters. There's plenty of sauce and cheese to complement the baked meatballs.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 6-7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the egg, steak sauce, saltines, onion powder, seasoned salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels. , Spread mayonnaise over bun bottoms; top each with American cheese, 1 tablespoon pizza sauce, meatballs and remaining pizza sauce. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Place on a baking sheet. Bake for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 856 calories, Fat 41g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 1856mg sodium, Carbohydrate 74g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 44g protein.
MEATBALL PIZZA
I love meatballs and pizza, so I figured why not combine the two! I hope you enjoy this pizza as much as my family does!
Provided by missrochester
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pizza Recipes Beef
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place the pre-cooked crust on an ungreased 12-inch pizza pan. Spread pizza sauce over the crust and top with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, and onion, in that order. Arrange meatball slices and pepperoni on top. Sprinkle pizza with mozzarella cheese and Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until heated through and cheese is melted, 12 to 17 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 110.5 mg, Fat 30.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 1318.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
MEATBALL-STUFFED CRUST PIZZA STAR RECIPE BY TASTY
You've probably heard of stuffed crust pizza before, but have you heard of meatball-stuffed crust? That's right. This pizza recipe completely takes things to the next level. In the middle, it's your average cheese pizza, but it's surrounded by a crust loaded with homemade meatballs. It's the sort of show-stopping party app you'll want to bookmark for a special occasion.
Provided by Alix Traeger
Categories Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, egg, onion, bread crumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- In a medium cast iron or nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
- Working in batches cook the meatballs until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
- On a sheet of parchment paper, press the pizza dough into a large circle, about 12 inches (30-cm) in diameter.
- Cut 8 evenly spaced 2-inch (5-cm) slits on the edge of the dough.
- Place one meatball on the edge of the dough between 2 slits. Pull the corners of the dough around the meatball and press into the dough, sealing the meatball in a dough pocket. Repeat with the remaining meatballs.
- With the help of a friend, transfer the pizza and parchment to a baking sheet.
- Spoon marinara sauce into the middle of the pizza and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle mozzarella over the sauce, or add your favorite pizza toppings! Brush the dough around the meatballs with olive oil.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the dough is golden and just cooked through.
- Slice with a pizza cutter and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 3 grams
MEATBALL PIZZA
this is very good, and easy to make. When we have friends over i have to fry some onions in nonstick pan, and add to pizza that the way they like meatballs & onions.
Provided by sheila
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- preheat oven 400F degrees.
- place pizza crust on ungreased pizza pan.
- spread 1 cup sauce over crust.
- sprinkle 1 cup cheese.
- now in small bowl toss meatballs with remaining sauce, then put on crust.
- sprinkle with rest of cheese, then italian seasoning.
- bake until cheese is melted and bubbly about 20 minutes.
MEATBALL PIZZA SUBS
One busy weeknight, I created these quick and hearty sandwiches with frozen meatballs and canned pizza sauce. They're a snap to prepare, delicious, and my family loves them! -Ann Nolte, Riverview, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spread 1/3 cup pizza sauce on the bottom of each bun. Top each with 1/3 cup cheese, five slices of pepperoni and three meatballs; sprinkle with Italian seasoning. Replace tops. , Wrap each sandwich in foil. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 647 calories, Fat 38g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1718mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 34g protein.
MEATBALL PIZZA
Steps:
- 1. Place an oven rack in the lowest setting. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a cookie sheet with foil.
- 2. Place 1 pizza crust on the prepared sheet. Spread half of the sauce on top, leaving a ½-inch rim. Sprinkle with half of the cheese, then arrange half of the meatballs slices and peppers on top.
- 3. Bake on the lowest rack until the crust is browned and the cheese is melted, about 13 minutes. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Cut into slices and serve hot.
RITZ WHITE PIZZA MEATBALL DIP, CREATED BY LOMBARDI'S PIZZA
This creamy, cheesy white pizza meatball dip is Inspired by New York City's famous Lombardi's Pizza. Easy to make, try it with pre-made meatballs or make your own and serve hot with RITZ crackers. This dip will become a staple at all of your get-togethers. Watch the video, then get John Brescio's recipe for RITZ White Pizza Meatball Dip.
Provided by RITZ Crackers
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips RITZ
Time 45m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, and oregano.
- Reserve 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese. Stir in remaining mozzarella cheese, meatballs, tomatoes and olives until combined.
- Spoon into 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Top with reserved mozzarella cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Serve with RITZ Crackers for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 236.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
Tips for Making the Best Meatball Pizza
- Use high-quality ingredients. This means using fresh, flavorful meatballs, a delicious pizza sauce, and a crispy, chewy crust.
- Make your own meatballs. This will give you more control over the flavor and quality of your pizza.
- Use a variety of cheeses. This will add flavor and texture to your pizza.
- Don't overload the pizza with toppings. Too many toppings can make the pizza soggy and difficult to cook.
- Bake the pizza at a high temperature. This will help to create a crispy crust.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help to prevent the cheese from sliding off.
Conclusion
Meatball pizza is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many different recipes and variations to choose from, there's sure to be a meatball pizza that everyone will love. Whether you're a fan of classic Italian flavors or you're looking for something a little more unique, there's a meatball pizza recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give meatball pizza a try. With its simple preparation and delicious results, you're sure to be glad you did.
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