PIZZA GRILLED CHEESE
Craving pizza and grilled cheese? Combine the best of both with this Pizza Grilled Cheese! It’s packed with gooey mozzarella, rich marinara, and your favorite pizza toppings, all melted between two slices of golden, buttery bread. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the perfect lunch, dinner, or indulgent snack.
🛒 Ingredients
4 slices bread (sourdough, white, or Italian)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
4 slices mozzarella cheese or 1 cup shredded
4 tablespoons marinara or pizza sauce
12–16 slices pepperoni or other favorite toppings
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Italian seasoning or dried oregano (optional)
🍽️ Substitutions & Add-ins
Swap pepperoni for mushrooms, spinach, or olives for a vegetarian version.
Use dairy-free cheese and vegan butter for a plant-based twist.
Add red pepper flakes or jalapeño for heat.
Layer in cheddar, provolone, or even cream cheese for extra cheesy flavor.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side, layer mozzarella, 1–2 tablespoons marinara, your pizza toppings, seasoning, and another slice of mozzarella.
- Close the sandwich with the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and cook the sandwich 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with extra marinara for dipping and a sprinkle of Parmesan on top if desired.
✅ Tips
Use low heat for even melting and crispy bread.
Preheat your skillet to avoid sogginess.
Add garlic powder to your butter for flavor boost.
🥶 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerate leftovers up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or toaster oven for best texture. Not ideal for freezing.
🔄 Variations
Supreme version: add sautéed bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives.
BBQ twist: use BBQ sauce and shredded chicken instead of marinara and pepperoni.
Hawaiian-style: add ham and pineapple.
Stuffed crust-style: roll in a cheese stick at the edge before grilling.
❓ FAQs
Can I use shredded cheese? Yes—just use enough to cover evenly.
Best bread to use? Sourdough or thick-cut white works best.
Can I bake it instead? Yes! Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping once.
This Pizza Grilled Cheese is cheesy, saucy, and perfectly crisp—the easiest way to satisfy your pizza cravings in sandwich form! Let me know if you’d like an air fryer version or dipping sauce ideas next!
