Mega Meatball Pizza
Get ready to elevate pizza night with this epic Mega Meatball Pizza—a hearty, family-friendly masterpiece that combines the best of Italian cooking into one irresistible dish! This recipe features a golden crust topped with tangy tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and six jumbo, flavor-packed meatballs made from juicy ground beef, Parmesan, and garlic. The meatballs are first seared for maximum caramelization, then baked to perfection atop the pizza, ensuring every bite is bursting with savory goodness. Finished with a sprinkling of fresh basil for a pop of color and freshness, this 30-minute prep recipe is the ultimate fusion of pizza and comfort food that will have everyone's mouths watering. Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy meal at home, this meatball pizza is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 1 piece (about 1 lb) Pizza dough
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp Flour
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
Step 2
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to form a 12-inch round, then transfer it to a lightly oiled pizza stone or baking sheet. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and the egg. Mix well until combined.
Step 4
Shape the meat mixture into 6 large meatballs.
Step 5
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. They do not need to be fully cooked, as they will finish cooking in the oven.
Step 6
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving about 1 inch of crust around the edges.
Step 7
Sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
Step 8
Arrange the partially cooked meatballs on top of the pizza, spacing them evenly.
Step 9
Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of mozzarella cheese over the meatballs and pizza.
Step 10
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Step 11
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1572.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3488.3 |
| Total Fat 185.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g | |
| Cholesterol 701.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7826.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 259.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.8g | |
| Protein 199.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2063.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1719.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories