Pepperoni Pizza Sloppy Joes combine the flavors of a classic pizza with the messy goodness of a sloppy joe. This easy and delicious recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Author:Sarah
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Dish
Method:Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Meat
Ingredients
For the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup pizza sauce
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
For Assembly:
4 hamburger buns
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper, cooking until vegetables are tender.
Stir in the pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and mini pepperoni slices. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
Assemble the Sloppy Joes:
Place the bottom halves of the hamburger buns on a baking sheet.
Spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto each bun.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of each portion.
Bake the Sloppy Joes:
Place the assembled sloppy joes in the preheated oven.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
Remove the Pepperoni Pizza Sloppy Joes from the oven.
Top with the remaining bun halves and serve hot.
Enjoy the delicious fusion of pizza and sloppy joes in every bite!