Mega Meatball Pizza

Get ready to elevate pizza night with this epic Mega Meatball Pizza—a hearty, family-friendly masterpiece that combines the best of Italian cooking into one irresistible dish! This recipe features a golden crust topped with tangy tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and six jumbo, flavor-packed meatballs made from juicy ground beef, Parmesan, and garlic. The meatballs are first seared for maximum caramelization, then baked to perfection atop the pizza, ensuring every bite is bursting with savory goodness. Finished with a sprinkling of fresh basil for a pop of color and freshness, this 30-minute prep recipe is the ultimate fusion of pizza and comfort food that will have everyone's mouths watering. Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy meal at home, this meatball pizza is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 piece (about 1 lb) Pizza dough
• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp Flour

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 2

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to form a 12-inch round, then transfer it to a lightly oiled pizza stone or baking sheet. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and the egg. Mix well until combined.

Step 4

Shape the meat mixture into 6 large meatballs.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. They do not need to be fully cooked, as they will finish cooking in the oven.

Step 6

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving about 1 inch of crust around the edges.

Step 7

Sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Step 8

Arrange the partially cooked meatballs on top of the pizza, spacing them evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of mozzarella cheese over the meatballs and pizza.

Step 10

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1572.7 grams (1572.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3488

Total Fat 185.60g	238%
Saturated Fat 71.80g	359%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 701mg	234%
Sodium 7827mg	340%
Total Carbohydrate 259.10g	94%
Dietary Fiber 21.50g	77%
Total Sugars 9.80g
Protein 199.70g	399%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 2064mg	159%
Iron 25mg	138%
Potassium 1720mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.6%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 29.6%