Description
This Upside-Down Pizza Casserole is a fun, hearty twist on pizza night, with layers of savory ground beef, melty mozzarella cheese, and a golden, biscuit topping. It’s a quick and easy one-pan meal that the whole family will love, perfect for a comforting dinner. With optional pizza toppings like pepperoni, olives, or sausage, you can customize this dish to fit everyone’s tastes. Whether you’re craving pizza or casserole, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (15 oz) can pizza sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (12 oz) can refrigerated biscuit dough
1 tablespoon melted butter (optional)
Sliced pepperoni or favorite pizza toppings (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook the Ground Beef:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
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Add Pizza Sauce and Seasonings:
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Stir in the pizza sauce, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
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Layer the Casserole:
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Pour the beef mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
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Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the meat mixture.
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Add Biscuit Topping:
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Separate the biscuit dough and place the biscuits on top of the cheese, leaving space between them for expansion.
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If desired, brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter for extra flavor and a golden finish.
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Bake:
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Bake the casserole uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
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Serve:
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Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. If desired, top with additional pizza toppings like pepperoni or chopped olives before baking.
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Notes
Toppings: Customize the casserole with your favorite pizza toppings, such as sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives.
Extra Cheese: For an extra cheesy casserole, add more shredded mozzarella on top of the biscuits before baking.
Freezing: You can freeze the casserole after assembling it (before baking). Just cover it tightly and bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 410 kcal per serving
