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Easy Cheesy Pizza Burgers

These quick and nostalgic pizza burgers use toasted English muffins as a base for a saucy, meat filled topping that the whole family will love.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 21, 2026
Easy Cheesy Pizza Burgers
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
6

If you remember pizza burgers from your school cafeteria days, you are going to love this simple version. It is a fantastic comfort food that comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without the hassle of chopping vegetables or shaping patties.

The secret to success here is using pre toasted English muffins, which stay nice and crisp under the savory meat sauce. It is a budget friendly meal that is easy to customize with your favorite pizza toppings, and it is even friendly for your freezer if you want to prep ahead.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef and pork blend
  • 0.5 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 0.75 cup frozen peppers and onions
  • 12 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 6 English muffins
  • 12 slices pepperoni, optional

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    Split the English muffins in half and toast them in the oven for about 5 minutes until they feel dry and crisp.

  3. 3

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the frozen peppers and onions, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes until they soften and the liquid evaporates.

  4. 4

    Add the ground meat to the skillet and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as you go.

  5. 5

    Carefully drain any excess fat from the pan using a paper towel.

  6. 6

    Stir in the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning, then let the mixture simmer for about 6 minutes until heated through.

  7. 7

    Spoon the meat sauce generously over each toasted English muffin half.

  8. 8

    Top each burger with a slice of mozzarella cheese and add a few pieces of pepperoni if you like.

  9. 9

    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

💡 Tips

To keep the burgers from getting soggy, always toast your English muffins before adding the sauce. If you have leftovers, these store well in the refrigerator for a few days or can be frozen after assembly for a quick future meal.

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