Best 3 Slow Cooker Pizza Casserole Recipes

If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that the whole family will love, a pizza casserole made in a slow cooker is the perfect choice. Packed with flavor, ooey-gooey cheese, and your favorite toppings, this casserole is a delicious and convenient option for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. With minimal preparation and only a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this hearty and comforting dish that will satisfy everyone at the table. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delectable slow-cooker pizza casserole, a true crowd-pleaser that will become a staple in your cooking repertoire.

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SLOW-COOKER PIZZA CASSEROLE

Slow-Cooker Pizza Casserole image

A comforting casserole with mass appeal is just what you need when cooking for a crowd. For added convenience, it stays warm in a slow cooker. -Virginia Krites, Cridersville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni or large tube pasta
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 cans (15 ounces each) pizza sauce
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) sliced pepperoni
Chopped fresh basil or arugula, optional

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Drain pasta; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the beef mixture, cheese, pizza sauce, soup and pepperoni. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. If desired, top with basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 885mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SLOW COOKER PUFFY PIZZA CASSEROLE

Slow Cooker Puffy Pizza Casserole image

This recipe is for a 4qt slow cooker; if using a 6qt pot, reduce the times by 25%. Adapted from a recipe at A Year of Slow Cooking. http://bit.ly/a9ogX2

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories Easy

Time 4h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons dried green pepper flakes
3/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
20 pepperoni slices (optional)
1/2 cup sliced olive (optional)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, place the ground beef, onions and garlic. Cook 8-10 minutes until no longer pink; break the beef up into small pieces with a spoon. Drain and discard the fat. Add salt, cornstarch, dried onion, parsley, sugar, garlic powder, green pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, dried oregano, the tomato sauce and the water. Stir over low heat until small bubbles appear around the edges.
Spray a 4qt slow cooker with non-stick spray. Transfer the meat sauce into the slow cooker.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, milk, eggs and mozzarella cheese. Pour carefully over meat sauce. Top with pepperoni and/or olives, if desired. Sprinkle with parmesan, cover, and cook on high 4 hours (3 hrs for a 6qt pot), until the topping is puffed, golden brown, and pulling away from the sides of the pot. (Cooking on low is not recommended.).

NINJA SLOW COOKER PIZZA CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.3/5)

NINJA SLOW COOKER PIZZA CASSEROLE Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm2

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 PACK (16OZ.) RIGATONI OR LARGE TUBE PASTA
1-1/2 LB. GROUND BEEF
1 SMALL ONION, CHOPPED
4 C. (16OZ) SHREDDED PART-SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE
2 CANS (15OZ. EA) PIZZA SAUCE
1 CAN (10-3/4OZ.) CONDENSED CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP, UNDILUTED
1 PACK (8OZ) SLICED PEPPERONI

Steps:

• COOK PASTA ACCORDING TO PACK DIRECTIONS, MEANWHILE, IN THE NINJA ON STOVETOP MODE, COOK BEEF AND ONION MIXTURE ON MEDIUM HEAT UNTIL MEAT IS NOT PINK: DRAIN. • DRAIN PASTA AND PLACE IN NINJA ON SLOW COOKER MODE WITH THE BEEF MIXTURE. ADD CHEESE, PIZZA SAUCE, SOUP, AND PEPPERONI. COVER AND COOK ON LOW FOR 2-3 HOURS OR UNTIL HEATED THROUGH AND THE CHEESE IS MELTED. YIELD: 12-14 SERVINGS.

Tips:

Use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.
If you don't have a slow cooker liner, grease the slow cooker insert with cooking spray.
Use a variety of cheeses for a more flavorful casserole.
Add your favorite toppings, such as pepperoni, sausage, or vegetables.
Cook the casserole on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Serve the casserole with a side of bread or salad.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooker pizza casserole is a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. It's perfect for a busy weeknight or a lazy weekend. With a few simple ingredients and a little prep work, you can have a hot and satisfying meal ready to eat in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give slow-cooker pizza casserole a try.

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