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The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
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This meatball pizza, made with a secret sauce, mozzarella cheese, and the surprise element of juicy chicken meatballs piled atop pizza dough, takes homemade pizza to a whole new and indulgent level. That’s better than takeout.

The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

Chewy crust, spicy sauce, meatballs and plenty of melted cheese? Ummmm…. yes, please.

The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

Pizza is always a winner in our house and cheesy meatballs are definitely comfort food around here, so we threw together a super easy, super cheesy meatball pizza. Make a big batch of meatballs and freeze in portions along with this fresh pizza dough recipe so you’ll have meatball pizzas ready to go when you want them.

The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

You can use frozen meatballs to save on time but you will have to adjust points accordingly, I prefer to make my own and I added a little pizza flare to mine.

How do you make Meatball Pizza?

1. A pizza pan is rubbed with a little bit of oil. Pizza dough is spread into the pan, poked with a fork. Then spread prepared sauce over it.

Spread pizza sauce over the dough

2. The topping is assembled by cooking the meatballs in a hot pan.

Meatballs 🙂

3. Then pizza dough is topped with the cheddar cheese, meatballs, red and green bell pepper and a generous portion of mozzarella cheese.

Meatball Pizza ready to go in the oven!!

4. Then baked in the preheated oven until the cheese is golden and crust is cooked! Remove from the oven and cut into the wedges. ENJOY 🙂

The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

Where is the best place to buy Pizza dough?
1. Most markets have some sort of pizza dough that they sell. You’ll probably be able to find the kind of pizza dough in the can (not my favorite), and some will offer it in a little plastic baggie (probably a better product and likely more fresh).
2. I do have a tip for the best place to buy pizza dough. Most pizza restaurants will likely be willing to sell you a ball of their pizza dough. Just ask! That’s going to be your best bet for good pizza dough!
3. You can also make your own. I have good recipe for Easy Pizza Dough.
What are the best toppings for pizza?
1. If you’re a meat lover, you’ll most likely enjoy some sort of meat lover’s pizza like this Meatball Pizza! BBQ Chicken Pizza is my another favorite.
2. And my personal choice for pizza topping is Bell Peppers, Olives and Pineapple. Chicken Chunks, Sausage are also popular pizza toppings ( but I don’t like it that much).
3. Some people like to add olives, corn, goat cheese, spinach and more. The possibilities are endless!
It’s pretty likely that everyone in your family will enjoy this Meatball Pizza. It’s a nice, quick and easy dinner for those nights that are crazy!

Bismillah let’s get started.
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The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

Instead of ordering pizza tonight, try this perfectly pleasing meatball pizza recipe! Great for light dinner or go-with — so simple! So delish!

Keyword 30 minutes meals, Baking, cheese, chicken mince, Dinner, meatball, Pizza, Quick and Easy

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 4

Author Bushra Waheed

Ingredients
For The Meatballs:
500 gm chicken mince
1 bread slice crust removed
1/3 cup warm water
1 large egg white lightly beaten
1 tsp chopped garlic
1 small garlic clove minced
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
1 tbsp fresh basil chopped
1 tsp red pepper crushed
freshly ground black pepper to taste
salt to taste
oil for frying
For the Meatball Pizza:
1 pound homemade pizza dough for recipe click here
12 meatballs halved and thawed
1/4 cup pizza sauce
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
1/4 cup cheddar cheese
1 small green pepper chopped
1 small red pepper chopped
few fresh basil optional
a pinch of crushed red pepper to add a extra kick
and/or other toppings of your choice

Instructions
To Make The Meatballs:
In a bowl, combine the bread and water. Let stand, turning the bread occasionally to thoroughly moisten it, for 10 minutes.
Squeeze the bread gently to remove most of the water.
Discard the water. Tear the bread into 1-inch chunks and toss them into a large bowl.
Add the chicken mince, ginger, garlic, onion powder, parsley, basil, egg white, red pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste.
Mix thoroughly with moistened hands.
Shape the meat mixture into 12 mini balls.
Place the meatballs on the lined sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
Now heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook meatballs for 6-8 minutes or until golden, flip and cover the pan fry additional 5 minutes to cook from inside(make sure not to over cooked).
Remove meatballs from the oil and drain on kitchen paper.
Let the meatballs cool slightly and then cut each one in half.
Set aside.
To Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix together the pizza sauce, mayonnaise, basil and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Set aside.
To Assemble The Meatball Pizza:
Preheat the oven at 180 degre C or 425 F.
Drizzle a round pizza pan or a rectangular baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray.
On lightly floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, with a rolling pin.
Spread bases evenly with prepared pizza sauce. Scatter evenly with cheddar cheese.
Top with meatballs halves and pressing lightly into base. Scatter evenly with Mozzarella cheese.
Top with chopped green and red bell pepper.
Bake 25 minutes or until the crust is crisp and golden and the cheese is hot and bubbly.
Let pizza sit for a few minutes then cut into 4 slices.
Delicious Meatball Pizza is ready to serve.
ENJOY 🙂

Notes
Serve with salad mix.
Some Useful Tips & Hints:
1. For make-ahead meatballs, you can make the meatballs up to the end of step 1 and freeze them layered between baking paper in an airtight container. Store them for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight and continue recipe from step 2.
2. Chicken mince is easily available at major supermarkets or local butchers.
3. Use a store-bought pizza base for quicker version.
4. You can add your favorite herbs and spices for a spicy version.
Want more Pizza Inspiration?

Here are some other pizza recipes on my blog:
If you’re looking for more easy, family friendly dinner ideas, you might also enjoy my The Best and Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs Recipe or this Butter Chicken Pasta, Homemade Lamb Burgers and Keema Macaroni are also fun recipes for the family!

Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out and do take a few seconds to rate it! I would love to see your recreations so tag me on instagram @recipestable or Facebook (Recipestable) or on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.
February 5, 2021
Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe (A Flavorful Desi Twist)
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Craving pizza but your taste buds is calling for some desi twist?

Satisfy your cravings with these Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites that are ready in 30 minutes or less and featuring everyone’s favorite flavor combo: Pizza, Seekh Kebab and cheesy goodness—are sure to be the talk of the party.

A Flavorful Desi Twist – Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

You all know I love pizza, and I couldn’t go too long without experimenting different pizza toppings. (For you newbies, they happen to be one of my favorite finger food!) These days pizzas come with many desi variations like butter chicken, spicy tikka or seekh kebabs.

Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites (A Flavorful Desi Twist)

So, Today why not take the classic Italian and make them unabashedly Pakistani ?

Creativity, especially when it comes to food has absolutely no limits. There are some flavor combinations that are so brilliant —like seekh kebabs, pizza sauce, and cheese. All three of these offer undeniable flavor on their own, but when paired together, the result is nothing less than perfect. So, I changed the shape of pizza and turned it everyone’s favorite pizza ingredients into these cute little “Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites”!

The smokiness of seekh kebabs, the sharp flavor of cheddar, the cheesy goodness of Mozzarella and the zest of pizza sauce combine like they were always meant to be together. All this oh, so yummy !

Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

Does your family love pizza as much as mine does?

Then this weekend, try something new : “Seekh Kebab pizza Bites”! These adorable little pizza bites are yours to enjoy. And let me tell ya – they will easily disappear quickly!

These Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites make a fun and delicious way to serve everyone’s favorite pizza!

Ingredients in Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites?

To make these seekh kebab pizza bites, you’ll need pizza dough, pizza sauce, leftover seekh kebabs, onion, green bell pepper, Cheddar & Mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning.

Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

How to make the Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites

First I line up the muffin pan with homemade pizza dough and cut it into round circles (No need to be extremely accurate with the measurements). I just wanted the pizza bites to be about the same size. Then I top it with the pizza sauce. I always keep a jar of homemade pizza sauce in my pantry to make these kinds of easy pizzas at a moment’s notice. Next is the cheese then the leftover seekh kebabs with onion and peppers then sprinkle herb seasoning and bake at 180 degree C for 10-15 minutes!

These couldn’t be more simple.

Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

Once they have cooked, I remove them from the oven and allow them to cool enough so that they can be safely eaten, about 5 minutes and serve.

Voila!!!

Make-Ahead Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

They also make a great make-ahead meal or snack!

Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

How to Freeze Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites

Once they have cooled completely, place them onto a sheet pan and allow them to flash freeze for about 30 minutes. Then, package them in freezer-safe zip top bags or containers for up to 2 weeks. To serve from frozen, just thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat in the oven for about 10 minutes until heated throughout.

Extra Bounce Tip:

The fun thing is that they are completely customizable. And if you have kids around, or want to get friends involved in customizing their own, these are a great idea for a make-your-own-appetizer set up. Everyone will love tossing in their favorite toppings.

Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

Definitely a fun twist on serving pizza. And in my opinion, much cuter — which is of course the bigger issue. enjoy 🙂

Bismillah let’s get started.
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Want more Pizza Inspiration?

Here are some other pizza recipes on my blog:
Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out and do take a few seconds to rate it! I would love to see your recreations so tag me on instagram @recipestable or Facebook (Recipestable) or on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.
April 19, 2020
Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza Recipe

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After a whole month of no blogging, no cooking and baking I’m back in the biz with this star of a recipe – “Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza!”

I was extremely busy with my mid terms exams and eid shopping, so I couldn’t get a chance to publish new posts on my blog. Exams were taking priority sadly. But from now till eid, I’ll be try to more regular (InshaAllah)!

I’m a lover of Italian food and fresh herbs and my family loves pizza in all forms. One of our favorite family meals is homemade pizza. We make regular Homemade pizza, Pan pizza, Pizza Cups, Pizza Rolls, Pizza sandwiches , Pizza Paratha and Pizza fries. One thing we love about it is that you can get really creative with toppings and today’s recipe is one of my recent (and favorite) creations –Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza.

Photo: Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza

Can you say “Delicioso?” OMG, this pizza did not disappoint! This, to me, is the perfect Italian Flavored pizza. The crust is light and crispy. The sauce is thick and tomato-y. The fresh mozzarella is mild and cheesy. The basil leaves are bright and fresh and the herb aroma is amazing. When I bit in and my mouth filled with saucy, cheesy, herby goodness I’m pretty sure I had a pizzagasm. The cheese melted perfectly into the crust , the flavors being even more dramatic where it had browned into that crunchy, cheesy topping.

Photo: Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza

I love eating food where in each bite you get something a little bit different, it makes it all the more interesting and enjoyable to eat and this pizza definitely delivers that… I like the basil leaves to be baked along with the pizza, but you can sprinkle them on top after baking if you prefer them uncooked. This recipe can be done with little effort, but it has a big impact on your taste buds and entire dinner experience.

Photo: Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza

For this pizza I decided to use the pre-made homemade pizza dough, but feel free to make your own from scratch. It’s very straightforward to make and if you don’t fancy making your own pizza base then you could simply add the toppings to a store bought pizza crust. I always brush my pizza dough with olive oil and herb seasoning to make it even more delicious!
While my pizza dough was rising in the pan, I prepared the pizza toppings. The pizza crust bakes for about 10-15 minutes in a 200 degree oven (or until crispy and light brown and cheese is melted). The secret to a good Sicilian crust is a nice coating of olive oil on the pan. That helps crisp up the bottom of the crust. A very hot oven is also crucial. The hard part is waiting for this oh so delicious pizza! The wait is definitely worth it, because you are rewarded with an amazingly delicious pizza.

Photo: Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza

I’m thinking cheesy flatbread for my next attempt!

Bismillah, let’s get started!!

Check it out the Chicken Shashlik Sticks recipe and printable version here!!

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Happy Pizza Making!!

June 15, 2017
Black and White Pizza Recipe
This Black and White Pizza is made using already prepared ingredients which makes a fast, simple gourmet meal for two. White chicken pizza with black beans and jalapenos. Simply Delicious. Check it out Black and White Pizza recipe here!!

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- 1 (12 inch) pre-baked pizza crust
- 1 (6 ounce) package frozen ready to eat chicken breast strips, thawed
- 1 (6 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 (4 ounce) can sliced jalapeno peppers
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup prepared Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried parsley
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Amount per serving.
- Calories: 731
- Total Fat: 37.6g
- Cholesterol: 94 mg
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Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450° F.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic in oil for 1 minutes or until fragrant. Stir in chicken strips; cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.

Step 3

Spread sauce over the pizza crust. Sprinkle on some of the cheese. Arrange chicken strips and black beans over it. Top with jalapeno slices. Sprinkle remaining cheese and dried parsley over it.

Step 4

Place pizza in the preheated oven on the oven rack. Bake for 15 minutes or until crust is crispy and cheese is melted. Cut into wedges. Black and White Pizza is ready to serve. Enjoy!!
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- Serve with Hot Pepper sauce.
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September 30, 2013
Easy Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizzas (20 Minutes!)
Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizzas

Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizzas

I Love Pizza.But I never buy frozen pizza.Why?? Because I have found several alternative options that are fresher, tastier, healthier, and often cheaper than frozen grocery store pizza. Pita bread pizza is one of those options.

Using Pita Bread As Pizza Crust

There are typically many different kinds and brands of pita bread in the grocery store. It’s a cheap food item that can be used in many different ways, from making sandwiches, wraps to homemade pita chips.

I made these Pita Pizzas on a rainy Sunday Evening. You know those weekends when you’re feeling slightly lazy, but still want a homemade meal, and something that is special, but not too much work? Anyone with me? Well, it was one of those days and this simple Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizzas recipe came in really handy especially with ready made pita bread (or you could make your own).

Photo: Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizzas

Indulge your love for pizza with these Pita pizza’s!! If you prefer a crisp pizza crust, heat the pita bread in the oven for a few minutes before adding toppings. The pizzas in the photo above are topped with tomato sauce, tomato, mushrooms, onion,green pepper, Barbecue Chicken, and cheese.

Let’s get started !

Ingredients you will need:
1. pita bread
2. BBQ Chicken(Tikka)
3. Cheddar Cheese
4. Barbecue Sauce
5. Green Chilies
6. Mushrooms
7. Tomato
8. Green Pepper
9. Onion
Bismillah, let’s begin!

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Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizzas

An easy to make BBQ flavor pizza recipe with chicken and barbecue sauce; top with lots of cheese , mushrooms and veggies. Enjoy the tangy taste of this pita pizzas. Simple and Flavorful.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 4

Author Bushra | Recipestable

Ingredients
4 6 inches each pita bread
1 cup cooked chicken cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1 can 4 ounces chopped green chilies
1 can 4 ounces mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 small tomato chopped
1 green pepper chopped
1 small onion chopped

Instructions
Method
Place pita breads in a baking sheet. Spread barbecuePizza sauce over the pitas.

Place chicken over them.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Top with tomato, onion, green pepper, chilies and mushrooms.
Bake at 450 degree F, for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and heated through.
Remove from the oven and cut into wedges. Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizzas are ready to serve. ENJOY!!

Notes
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with ketchup or chili garlic sauce.
Other Alternative Pizza’s

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September 30, 2013
Double the Cheese, Double the Flavor: The Easy Two-Cheese Pizza Recipe!
Two Cheese Pizzas _ Make Your own homemade pizzas with just six ingredients and in less than 20 minutes!

Fast, easy and delicious two cheese pizza. Perfect for a busy-day Lunch.

Check it out Two Cheese Pizzas recipe here:

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- 6 (6 inch) pita breads
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cup pizza sauce
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
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Yield: 2 servings

Nutritional information is not yet available.

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Directions:
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In a small bowl, combine together the butter and garlic powder. Brush pitas with garlic-butter mixture. Arrange tomato slices over them. Sprinkle with basil. Top with mozzarella cheese.

Step 2

Place on an un-greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over them. Two-Cheese Pizzas are ready to serve. ENJOY!!

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- Serve with your favorite pizza dipping sauce
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September 17, 2013