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    Published: May 15, 2014 · Modified: Apr 3, 2023 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

    Italian Sausage Pizza Burgers

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    Red and green title text image of and Italian sausage pizza burger with red sauce and green pepper.

    How about whipping up some Italian Sausage Pizza Burgers for out on the grill? They're the best of both worlds (pizza and burgers), and they take less time to get on the table than a traditional pizza delivery and they taste better than a standard burger.

    A closeup photo of an Italian sausage pizza burger with green peppers, onions, red sauce, and cheese on a toasted bun.
    Table of Contents Found Here
    • Why this recipe works
    • The ingredient list:
    • Equipment for making pizza burgers
    • Why this recipe is extra special?
    • Pizza burger topping suggestions
    • Want more pizza, and pizza-inspired recipes?
    • Printable Recipe Card
    • Please comment if you've made this recipe.

    Why this recipe works

    The best thing about these pizza burgers (besides the taste), is that you can top them with all your favorite ingredients, just as you would your favorite pizza.

    For ours, I topped them with some grilled green peppers and onions, but think about adding pepperoni, bacon, mushrooms, and anchovies! Well, maybe we'd better stop at mushrooms! LOL

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    An Italian Sausage Pizza Burger with a toasted bun on a white plate.

    The ingredient list:

    • bulk Italian Sausage
    • dried basil
    • dried oregano
    • green bell peppers (optional)
    • sweet onions (optional)
    • mozzarella cheese
    • garlic powder
    • olive oil
    • hamburger buns
    • butter
    • marinara sauce
    • salt and pepper

    Equipment for making pizza burgers

    • grill pan or grill
    • mixing bowls
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • chefs knife
    • cutting board
    • skillet or grill basket (for sautéing vegetables)
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    Why this recipe is extra special?

    It's the Garlic buns, people!! Before serving, slather the buns liberally with softened butter and add a hefty sprinkling of garlic powder.

    Then, toast or grill the buns until slightly crunchy! The taste of the garlic buns really elevates a boring pizza burger to THE BEST Italian Sausage Pizza Burger you've ever eaten!

    Pizza burger topping suggestions

    • pineapple
    • ham
    • pepperoni
    • bbq sauce
    • Parmesan cheese
    • anchovies
    • mushrooms
    • you name it!

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    A delicious Italian Sausage Pizza Burger with sauce, peppers, and onions on a plate.

    Sausage Pizza Burgers

    Renee Goerger
    Italian Sausage Pizza Burgers are the best of both worlds (pizza and burgers), and they take less time to get on the table than traditional delivery from your local pizza joint.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course burgers, dinner
    Cuisine Italian Cuisine
    Servings 8 burgers
    Calories 676 kcal

    Equipment

    • grill pan optional, or outdoor grill
    • Mixing Bowls
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • Large Skillet optional, for sautéing vegetables
    • chef's knife
    • cutting board
    • grill basket optional, for grilling vegetables

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 pounds bulk Italian Sausage
    • 2 teaspoons garlic powder plus more for the buns
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon dried basil
    • 1 medium green bell peppers sliced
    • 1 medium sweet onion sliced
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 8 slices mozzarella cheese
    • 8 hamburger buns
    • 4 tablespoons butter softened
    • 1 cup prepared marinara sauce warmed
    • 2 teaspoons salt
    • 1 teaspoon pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium/high.
    • In a large bowl, mix together the sausage, pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and basil.
    • Divide the meat mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into burger patties.
    • Grill the patties on a preheated grill (or grill pan) for approximately 7-8 minutes per side (cover for half of the cooking time).
    • Meanwhile, in a grill basket (or a large stovetop skillet), season and cook the green peppers and onions with the salt and olive oil until they are slightly wilted and no longer crunchy. Stirring occasionally.
    • Place the cheese on the burgers and cook just until the cheese has melted. Remove from the grill and keep warm.
    • Spread the softened butter on both sides of the buns and season with garlic powder to taste.
    • Place the buns (butter side down) on the grill, or skillet, and cook until they're browned and lightly crispy.
    • Place a burger on a bun, top with prepared warmed marinara sauce, and the sauteed green pepper and onions.

    Notes

    Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 676kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 27gFat: 51gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 123mgSodium: 2014mgPotassium: 499mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 555IUVitamin C: 16.9mgCalcium: 252mgIron: 3.6mg

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    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's recipe for the Best Italian Sausage Pizza Burgers as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

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    1. Erica Schwarz says

      May 25, 2020 at 6:13 pm

      5 stars
      Such a clever recipe so I had to try it. This was a hit! So tasty.

      Reply
    2. Ashley F says

      May 25, 2020 at 4:12 pm

      5 stars
      Really love the not so traditional burger! So tasty!

      Reply
    3. Nellie Tracy says

      August 06, 2018 at 6:38 pm

      5 stars
      These look absolutely amazing! Can't wait to try them!

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      • Renée says

        August 06, 2018 at 7:00 pm

        Thank you. If you love sausage pizza, you'll flip for these burgers.

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    4. Stephanie Simmons says

      August 06, 2018 at 6:22 pm

      5 stars
      The flavors of these are incredible! So easy to make too!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        August 06, 2018 at 7:00 pm

        Very easy. They're perfect for busy days.

        Reply

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