Pizza Grilled Cheese
This Pizza Grilled Cheese is a fast, budget-friendly, and cheesy delight, combining the flavors of pizza and grilled cheese into a crispy sandwich.
Ingredients
Sandwich Base
- 2 slices bread Use your choice of bread: white, sourdough, whole wheat, or gluten-free.
- 2 slices cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or choice) Mozzarella is classic and super melty; cheddar adds sharpness.
- as needed pizza toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, etc.) Add to taste; can include leftover cooked chicken or other favorites.
- as needed butter For spreading on the bread.
Optional Dipping Sauce
- to serve pizza sauce For dipping, jarred marinara can also be used.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice of bread butter-side down in the skillet.
Assembly
- Layer cheese and pizza toppings on top of the bread in the skillet, then add the second slice of bread butter-side up.
Cooking
- Cook until golden brown, then flip carefully to cook the other side.
- Once both sides are crispy and the cheese is melted, remove from the skillet.
Serving
- Serve with pizza sauce for dipping if desired.
Notes
This sandwich is customizable and forgiving; feel free to use different toppings or cheese. Great for meal prep and leftovers can be reheated for a crispy finish.