Grilled Pizza Sandwich
Grilled Pizza Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food, combining gooey mozzarella, spicy pepperoni, and fresh basil between crispy, golden-brown bread. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for movie nights or casual gatherings, providing a deliciously satisfying experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: Makes 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices rustic bread
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 6 slices high-quality pepperoni
- 4 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by gathering everything needed.
- Spread pizza sauce on one side of each bread slice. Layer with mozzarella, pepperoni, and basil.
- Top with another slice of bread (sauce side down) and press gently.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Grill the sandwich for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before slicing diagonally and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using pesto instead of pizza sauce or experimenting with different cheeses like gouda or cheddar. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a skillet or air fryer for optimal crispiness.