Crock Pot Pizza

Savor the irresistible flavors of everyone's favorite comfort food with this easy and hearty Crock Pot Pizza recipe! Combining the richness of ground Italian sausage, savory pepperoni, and a medley of gooey mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, this dish delivers all the cheesy goodness of pizza in casserole form. Layered with tender egg noodles, zesty marinara sauce, and optional bursts of fresh bell pepper, it’s slow-cooked to perfection for a hands-off dinner that’s sure to please the whole family. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep before letting your crock pot do the work. Serve up piping hot slices of this cheesy masterpiece with a crisp side salad or garlic bread for a meal that’s destined to be a crowd favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 24 ounces Pizza or marinara sauce
• 6 ounces Pepperoni slices
• 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 12 ounces Egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with the butter to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Spray the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 6

Layer the ingredients in the crock pot as follows: half the cooked noodles, half the sausage mixture, half the marinara sauce, half the pepperoni slices, half the mozzarella cheese, and half the cheddar cheese.

Step 7

Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients in the same order, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.

Step 8

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Optional: If you’re using diced green bell peppers, sprinkle them on top in the last 30 minutes of cooking for added flavor and texture.

Step 10

Once cooked, turn off the crock pot and let the pizza casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Scoop portions directly from the crock pot using a large spoon and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2298.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4462.0

Total Fat 301.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 147.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 969.6mg	0%
Sodium 10667.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 52.4g
Protein 239.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.8IU	0%
Calcium 4393.5mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 4027.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.8%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 17.7%