Loaded Meatballs Pizza Recipe
Make Loaded Meatballs Pizza Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Meatballs
For the Pizza
Method
Preparing the Meatballs
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Shape the Meatballs
Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 4
Bake the Meatballs
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Prepare the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or a baking sheet.
- 6
Spread the Sauce
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- 7
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, and then top with the baked meatballs, sliced bell peppers, and sliced onion.
- 8
Drizzle Olive Oil
Drizzle olive oil over the toppings for added flavor and moisture.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Bake the assembled pizza at 450°F (232°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped basil, slice, and serve hot.