Best 7 Slow Cooker Pizza Joes Recipes

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Pizza Joes is a delectable dish made with cooked pizza toppings and cheese, sandwiched between two pieces of French bread and steamed until the bread is soft and the cheese is melted. The result is a mouthwatering and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a slow cooker, you can create a hearty and flavorful Pizza Joes that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER PIZZA



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This Slow-Cooker Pizza from Delish.com is the easiest way to make your favorite food.

Categories     Slow-cooker pizza     slow cooker recipes     easy slow cooker recipes     easy dinner recipes     pizza recipes     weeknight dinner recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Cooking spray, for slow cooker
1 lb. pizza dough
1 c. pizza sauce
2 c. shredded mozzarella
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 c. sliced pepperoni
1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp. Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Spray bottom and sides of a large slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Press pizza dough into bottom of slow cooker until it reaches all edges and bottom is completely covered. Spoon over pizza sauce and spread, leaving about 1" of dough around edges. Top with cheeses, pepperoni, and spices.
  • Cover slow cooker and cook on low until crust turns golden and cheese is melty, 3 to 4 hours.
  • Remove lid and let cool 5 minutes.
  • Using a spatula, remove pizza from crock pot. Garnish with parsley, then slice and serve.

SLOW-COOKER PIZZA JOES



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Serve two kid favorites in one with pizza sauce, pepperoni, and more added to ground beef sauce for sandwich buns.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 6h25m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (1/2 medium)
2 jars (14 oz each) pizza sauce
1 package (3.5 oz) sliced pepperoni, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
18 sandwich buns, split
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef and onions over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Spray 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Spoon beef mixture into slow cooker. Stir in bell pepper, pizza sauce, pepperoni, basil and oregano.
  • Cover; cook on Low setting 4 to 6 hours.
  • To assemble sandwiches, spoon about 1/3 cup beef mixture onto bottom halves of buns. Top each with scant 2 tablespoons cheese. Cover with top halves of buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 7 g

PIZZA JOES



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These Italian-style sloppy joes are an easy twist on the classic. The meat can be prepared early and kept warm until it's time to eat. -Joanne Schlabach, Shreve, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 medium onion
1/2 medium green pepper
1 ounce sliced pepperoni
6 hamburger buns, split
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef until no longer pink; drain. Stir in pizza sauce and oregano. , In a food processor, combine the onion, pepper and pepperoni; cover and process until chopped. Add to beef mixture. Simmer 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Spoon mixture onto buns. Top with cheese and mushrooms.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 594mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SLOPPY PIZZA JOES



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This recipe freezes well, so you can have a batch of Sloppy Pizza Joes on hand for an impromptu Pizza Joe party. -Charlene Easter, Milan, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 hamburger buns, split
4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the pizza sauce and seasonings. Cook and stir until heated through. Serve on buns with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 825mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

SLOW COOKER JACKFRUIT JOES



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Your lunchroom favorite goes vegetarian. Slow-cooked green jackfruit adds texture without compromising flavor. Pop this in the slow cooker in the morning, and you'll have thick and tangy sloppy Joes by lunchtime. Serve with pickles and vegetable chips. No hairnet required.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Sloppy Joe Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup diced onion
½ cup diced red bell pepper
1 (16 ounce) can green jackfruit in brine, drained
2 cups plain tomato sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 ½ tablespoons brown mustard
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil, onion, and bell pepper and cook until slightly softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn off Saute function and add jackfruit in a single layer on top of vegetables.
  • Whisk tomato sauce, brown sugar, mustard, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, sriracha sauce, vinegar, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Pour this mixture evenly over jackfruit in the pressure cooker. Close and lock the lid; choose the Slow Cook option and set the timer for 4 hours.
  • Toast hamburger buns and serve topped with cooked jackfruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1051.9 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

PIZZA JOES



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Italian-style sloppy joes go from stovetop to tabletop in 25 minutes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef
1 large onion, coarsely chopped (1 cup)
1 medium green bell pepper, coarsely chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cups pizza sauce (from two 15-oz jars or cans)
8 burger buns, split, toasted
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, onion and bell pepper; cook 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked.
  • Stir in pizza sauce. Reduce heat to medium; simmer uncovered about 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • Fill buns with beef mixture and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 420 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOPPY PIZZA JOES



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Make and share this Sloppy Pizza Joes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by wattamess

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4h40m

Yield 18 sanwiches, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
2 medium onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 (14 ounce) jars pizza sauce
3 ounces sliced pepperoni
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
18 sandwich buns

Steps:

  • Use a 12" skillet to cook the beef and onion over medium heat till done. Drain the beef and onions.
  • Spray a 3.5 - 4 qt slow cooker with cooking spray and spoon the beef mixture into the slow cooker, add pepper, basil, oregano, pepperoni and sauce. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours.
  • Spoon mixture into buns and sprinkle with the mozzarella.

Tips:

  • Line the slow cooker with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent the pizza dough from sticking.
  • Use a store-bought pizza dough or make your own using the included recipe.
  • Top the pizza with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, pepperoni, sausage, vegetables, and sauce.
  • Bake the pizza on low for 3-4 hours or until the dough is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
  • Serve the pizza immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.

Conclusion:

The slow cooker is a great way to make a delicious and easy pizza. It's a great option for busy weeknights or when you're entertaining guests. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious pizza that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the slow cooker pizza a try.

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