Best 13 Stuffed Meatball Pizza Recipes

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Tired of the same old pizza recipes? Looking for something new and exciting to tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than stuffed meatball pizza! This mouthwatering dish combines the classic flavors of pizza with the hearty goodness of meatballs, creating a culinary masterpiece that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. With its flavorful combination of savory sauce, gooey cheese, and tender meatballs, stuffed meatball pizza is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEATBALL-STUFFED CRUST PIZZA STAR RECIPE BY TASTY



Meatball-Stuffed Crust Pizza Star Recipe by Tasty image

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

1 lb ground beef
1 large egg
½ yellow onion, finely diced
½ cup bread crumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon oil, for cooking
11 oz pizza dough
½ cup marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
olive oil, for brushing

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

PIZZA-STUFFED MEATBALL HOAGIES



Pizza-Stuffed Meatball Hoagies image

We stuffed meatballs with chopped pepperoni, basil and mozzarella cheese balls and covered in marinara sauce for a pizza-inspired meatball hoagie.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean (at last 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup Progresso™ Italian style bread crumbs
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
12 slices pepperoni, finely chopped
1 egg, slightly beaten
16 fresh mozzarella cheese balls (1 inch)
4 hoagie buns
1 cup marinara sauce, heated
Fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with foil.
  • In large bowl, mix beef, 1/4 cup of the bread crumbs, the dried basil, salt, garlic powder, pepperoni and egg just until blended. In small bowl, place remaining 1/4 cup bread crumbs.
  • Shape about 2 tablespoons beef mixture around each cheese ball; roll in bread crumbs. Place in pan.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until no longer pink and meat thermometer inserted in meatball (not in cheese) reads 160°F.
  • With serrated knife, cut buns horizontally in half, cutting to but not completely through one long side. Spoon about 2 tablespoons warm marinara sauce into each bun; top each with 4 meatballs, remaining marinara sauce and the fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

STUFFED MEATBALLS



Stuffed Meatballs image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound 80/20 beef
1 pound 93/7 beef
5 large eggs
2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
1 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella
5 slices spicy capicola, diced
5 slices sharp provolone, diced
5 slices Black Forest ham, diced
5 slices Genoa salami, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the ground meat with the eggs and mix well. Add the meat mixture and breadcrumbs to the bowl of a small stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment and mix until well combined. Add the Parmesan, parsley, garlic powder, salt and pepper and mix on medium speed for 3 minutes (do not over mix). Scoop out 18 meatballs using an ice-cream scoop (or form the meatballs to ice-cream-scoop size). Mix the mozzarella, capicola, provolone, ham and salami in a mixing bowl. Stuff each meatball by making a hole in the middle and placing 1 tablespoon of the meat-and-cheese mixture in the center. Seal the meatballs well by pinching them back together. Bake, covered with foil, 45 minutes.

MEATBALL-STUFFED GARLIC BREAD SLIDERS



Meatball-Stuffed Garlic Bread Sliders image

We're getting close to the Super Bowl, and it's not about who wins the trophy, but rather who wins the snack table. If you show up with these super fun sliders, that will be you. The real secret to these beauties is placing the meatball in through the top of the roll, versus splitting and stuffing in the traditional manner. Maybe it's the symmetry, or center of gravity, that makes these just feel right in your hand. If you're short on time, using pre-made meatballs will do.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Beef

Time 1h10m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 yellow onion, diced
5 cloves garlic, minced, divided
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley, plus more for garnish
1 large egg
¼ cup plain bread crumbs
1 cup shredded fontina cheese, divided
2 teaspoons kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
18 dinner rolls
2 cups spicy tomato sauce
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and 2 cloves garlic; cook and stir until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Place beef in a large bowl. Add onion-garlic mixture, parsley, egg, bread crumbs, and 1 large handful of fontina cheese, reserving the rest for topping. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Mix by hand until just combined. Scoop meat mixture into 24 mini muffin cups; meatballs need not be perfectly round.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the centers, about 12 minutes. Leave oven on. Let meatballs cool briefly while you make the garlic butter.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add remaining minced garlic once butter starts to bubble; stir, then immediately remove from heat. Stir well and set aside.
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil; coat foil with remaining olive oil. Transfer rolls, still attached, to the baking sheet. Cut a hole in the top of each roll, about 2/3 of the way down. Brush garlic butter over the insides and outsides of the rolls.
  • Bake until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Pour about 1 tablespoon tomato sauce into each hole. Stuff meatballs into the holes. Top each roll with a spoonful of tomato sauce and remaining fontina cheese. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  • Continue baking until cheese is melted, 12 to 15 minutes. Garnish with more parsley. Let rolls sit for 5 to 10 minutes to firm up; transfer to a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 653.9 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

MEATBALL PIZZAS



Meatball Pizzas image

These personal pita-pizzas cook up nice and crisp.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 whole-wheat pita breads (6-inch)
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
6 thin slices plum tomato
8 frozen Mini Meatballs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degree. Place pitas on a baking sheet. Dividing evenly, layer with mozzarella, onion, and tomato. Top each pita with 4 meatballs, pressing to push them in.
  • Bake until meatballs are cooked through, cheese is melted, and pitas are crisp, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32 g

MOZZARELLA-STUFFED MEATBALLS



Mozzarella-Stuffed Meatballs image

It's fun to watch my friends eat these meatballs for the first time. They're pleasantly surprised to find melted cheese in the middle. These meatballs are also great in a hot sub sandwich.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
1-1/2 cups cubed bread
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground sirloin
3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 jar (26 ounces) marinara sauce
Hot cooked pasta

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble pork and beef over mixture; mix well. Cut mozzarella into eighteen 1/2-in. cubes. Divide meat mixture into 18 portions; shape each around a cheese cube. , In a large skillet, cook meatballs in oil in batches until a thermometer inserted in the meat reads 160°; drain. In a large saucepan, heat marinara sauce; add meatballs and heat through. Serve over pasta. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatball mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, gently stirring and adding a little water if necessary. Serve with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

STUFFED MEATBALL PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



Stuffed Meatball Pie Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pizza dough, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, tomato puree, dried basil, dried oregano, tomato paste, low-moisture mozzarella, meatballs, caramelized onions, bell peppers, Parmesan

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb pizza dough, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 cloves garlic, minced, divided
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
3 cups tomato puree
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
12 oz tomato paste
1 lb low-moisture mozzarella, sliced
2 lb meatballs
2 cups caramelized onions
3 cups bell peppers, chopped, sauteed
Parmesan, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Cut a 1 pound ball of pizza dough in half and roll out two large discs of dough.
  • Spray the inside of a springform pan with cooking spray and lay in one of the dough discs. Press the dough into the corners.
  • Sprinkle the olive oil, 2 cloves of the minced garlic, salt, and pepper on the dough and brush to cover the surface. Press the bottom of the dough with a fork.
  • Bake until the dough is cooked and lightly golden brown, 15 minutes.
  • Mix together the tomato puree, dried basil, 4 cloves of minced garlic, dried oregano, and tomato paste in a bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Into the partially cooked bottom layer of pizza dough, shingle a layer of mozzarella slices and then a layer of the homemade marinara sauce.
  • Spiral the meatballs in the dish as tightly as possible. Cover with more marinara sauce.
  • Add a layer of caramelized onions, and more sliced mozzarella.
  • Add the green, yellow, and orange bell peppers on top of the mozzarella.
  • Cut the second piece of dough into strips to form into a lattice pattern on top of the pie.
  • Brush with 2 tablespoons more of olive oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, and kosher salt.
  • Bake for 40 minutes to an hour, or until the dough on top is browned and the sauce, meatballs, and cheese are heated through.
  • Slice the pie, serve with extra marinara sauce and grated parmesan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 15 grams

DEEP-DISH MEATBALL PIZZA



Deep-Dish Meatball Pizza image

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

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for pie plate
12 ounces pizza dough, thawed if frozen
4 ounces ground beef (90% lean)
1 tablespoon plain dried breadcrumbs
Coarse salt and pepper
1/4 cup Three-Ingredient Marinara
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, divided
2/3 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella (2 ounces)
Fresh basil leaves, for serving

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.

CHEESY ITALIAN MEATBALL POCKETS



Cheesy Italian Meatball Pockets image

This copycat stuffed pocket recipe is filled with Italian meatballs coated in marinara sauce and topped with a blend of Italian cheeses and encased in crescent dough.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Meat Pie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup marinara sauce, warmed
6 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs, thawed and halved
1 (8 ounce) package crescent dough sheet (such as Pillsbury®)
6 tablespoons finely shredded Italian-style cheese
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place marinara sauce in a medium bowl and add meatballs halves; toss to coat in the sauce.
  • Remove crescent dough sheet from the can and place on a lightly floured surface. Shape the dough into a well defined rectangle and cut into 4 equal rectangles.
  • Place 6 meatball halves cut-side down onto one of the rectangles, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Spoon a bit of the sauce over the meatballs and top with 3 tablespoons Italian cheese. Repeat with another rectangle.
  • Brush the border of each rectangle with beaten egg. Cover fillings with remaining rectangles, pinching edges with your fingers and straightening them as you go. Crimp the edges with a fork. Transfer both pockets to the baking sheet using a spatula. Brush with some beaten egg and sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Serve with remaining marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849.9 calories, Carbohydrate 67.7 g, Cholesterol 184.1 mg, Fat 47.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 1752.6 mg, Sugar 19.3 g

STUFFED MEATBALL PIZZA



Stuffed Meatball Pizza image

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

18 Rhodes White Dinner Rolls or 12 Rhodes Texas Rolls, thawed to room temperature
1 egg, beaten
2 cups grated italian blend cheese, divided
16 ounces package pre-cooked, frozen, bite-sized italian meatballs
1 cup marinara sauce
1 teaspoon basil leaves
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Parmesan cheese
extra marinara sauce, for dipping

Steps:

  • Spray counter lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Combine 9 dinner rolls or 6 Texas rolls together and roll into a 13-inch circle for bottom crust. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest. Repeat above steps with remaining rolls to make the top crust. Remove wrap from first dough circle and place the dough in a sprayed 12-inch deep dish pizza pan to cover the bottom and 1/2-inch up the sides. Brush with beaten egg. Sprinkle with 1 cup grated Italian blend cheese. Top with meatballs. Drizzle marinara sauce over meatballs and sprinkle with remaining grated cheese. Sprinkle with basil and crushed red pepper. Remove wrap from remaining dough circle and place dough over all ingredients. Press edges of bottom and top crusts together to seal. Brush top crust with beaten egg. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Using a sharp knife cut 2 vent holes in top crust. Bake at 350°F 35-40 minutes. Serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

PIZZA MEATBALLS



Pizza Meatballs image

A very easy recipe from "Taste of Home". Each meatball is stuffed with a cube of mozarella cheese. Kids love these! I usually brown them the day before I serve them and put on low in the crockpot for several hours with the pizza sauce.

Provided by yooper

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs ground beef
2 cups Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
1 cup milk
1/4 cup dried onion flakes
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup flour
1/4 cup cooking oil
2 (28 ounce) jars pizza sauce

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine first 6 ingredients just until mixed.
  • Shape into 48 small balls.
  • Cut cheese into 48 cubes 1/2 inch each.
  • Push cheese cube in center of each meatball, making sure cheese is covered completely.
  • Roll lightly in flour.
  • In a large skillet, cook in oil till browned; drain.
  • Add pizza sauce-bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

STUFFED MEATBALL PIZZA



Stuffed Meatball Pizza image

Number Of Ingredients 9

18 Rhodes Dinner Rolls or 12 Rhodes Texas Rolls, thawed to room temperature
1 egg, beaten
2 cups grated Italian blend cheese
1 (16-ounce) package pre-cooked, frozen, bite-sized Italian meatballs
1 cup marinara sauce
1 teaspoon basil leaves
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Parmesan cheese
extra marinara sauce, for dipping

Steps:

  • Spray counter lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Combine 9 dinner rolls or 6 Texas rolls together to make a ball and roll into a 13-inch circle for bottom crust. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest. Repeat above steps with remaining rolls to make the top crust.Remove wrap from first dough circle and place the dough in a sprayed 12-inch deep dish pizza pan to cover the bottom and 1/2-inch up the sides. Brush with beaten egg. Sprinkle with 1 cup grated cheese. Top with meatballs. Drizzle mariana sauce over meatballs and sprinkle with remaining grated cheese. Sprinkle with basil and crushed red pepper. Remove wrap from remaining dough circle and place dough over all ingredients. Press edges of bottom and top crusts together to seal.Brush top crust with beaten egg. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Using a sharp knife cut 2 vent holes in top crust. Bake at 350°F 35-40 minutes. Serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

MEATBALL STUFFED-CRUST PIZZA DIPPERS



Meatball Stuffed-Crust Pizza Dippers image

This recipe is sponsored by Farm Rich®. Upgrade your pizza by stuffing frozen meatballs right into the crust before baking. Store-bought fresh pizza dough makes this dish a breeze so the whole family can get involved! You'll be racing to finish each slice so that you can dunk the crust in marinara sauce-or just enjoy the blanketed meatballs on their own. This fun twist on pizza is the ultimate food to impress or to spice up any weeknight dinner.

Provided by Vallery Lomas

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
15 ounces refrigerated pizza dough, at room temperature
Half 26-ounce bag frozen Italian-style meatballs, such as Farm Rich® Homestyle Meatballs
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/3 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce, plus more warmed for dipping
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Coat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or a baking sheet with the oil.
  • Stretch the dough into a 14-inch round. Transfer the dough to the prepared skillet or baking sheet. Place the meatballs evenly around the edge of the dough. Fold the dough over each meatball and pinch to enclose the meatball.
  • Sprinkle the middle of the round with the dried basil and oregano, top with the 1/3 cup sauce and spread into an even layer. Scatter the mozzarella then the fresh basil, if using, over the sauce.
  • Bake until the bottom of the crust is crisp and the edges are golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into 8 wedges with a pizza wheel. Serve with warm pizza sauce for dipping.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pizza.
  • Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make it tough.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place. This will help it to rise properly.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your pizza more flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcrowd the pizza. Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy.
  • 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. This will help to prevent the toppings from sliding off.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you can make a delicious stuffed meatball pizza that will be the star of your next party or gathering. This pizza is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So get creative and have fun!

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