Are you craving a meal that combines the cheesy goodness of pizza with the comforting warmth of a casserole? Look no further! This Easy Pizza Dinner Casserole is about to become your new favorite weeknight dinner solution. Imagine tender biscuits layered with classic pizza toppings, bubbling with melted mozzarella, and packed with mouthwatering flavors that will have your entire family racing to the dinner table. In just 45 minutes, you'll transform simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing feast that's sure to become a household staple!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated biscuits
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This will ensure that your casserole cooks evenly and thoroughly.
- Gather all your ingredients: 1 can of refrigerated biscuits, 1 cup of pizza sauce, 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup of cooked Italian sausage (crumbled), 1/2 cup of sliced pepperoni, 1/4 cup of chopped bell peppers, and 1/4 cup of sliced black olives.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked Italian sausage, sliced pepperoni, chopped bell peppers, and sliced black olives. Mix them together until well combined.
- Open the can of refrigerated biscuits and separate the biscuits. Cut each biscuit into quarters. This will help them spread out more evenly in the casserole.
- In a large casserole dish, spread the quartered biscuits evenly across the bottom. This will form the base of your pizza casserole.
- Pour the pizza sauce evenly over the biscuit pieces, making sure to cover them well. Use a spatula to spread the sauce if needed.
- Sprinkle the sausage, pepperoni, bell peppers, and olives mixture evenly over the pizza sauce.
- Next, top the mixture with the shredded mozzarella cheese, ensuring an even layer across the top.
- Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once cooked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help the layers set a bit.
- Serve the Easy Pizza Dinner Casserole warm, and enjoy your delicious meal with family or friends!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients for more even cooking and better flavor blending.
- For extra crispy biscuit edges, lightly spray the casserole dish with cooking spray before adding ingredients.
- Feel free to customize your toppings - swap Italian sausage for ground beef, or add different vegetables like mushrooms or onions.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to help it set and make serving easier.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or swap regular pepperoni for a hot variety.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 55mg
