Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with this Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich recipe. Crispy, cheesy, and packed with all the flavors of a classic pizza, this sandwich is a quick and delicious meal option!
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough or white)
Cheese Blend:
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce (plus more for dipping)
- 12 slices pepperoni or turkey pepperoni
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prep the Sandwich: Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place two slices, buttered side down, on a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Layer the Ingredients: Spread pizza sauce on each slice. Layer with mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, and pepperoni.
- Cook the Sandwich: Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Let rest, slice, and serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Add sliced olives, bell peppers, or cooked sausage for additional toppings.
- For a vegetarian version, omit pepperoni or use plant-based alternatives.
- Marinara sauce can be substituted for pizza sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg