Go Back
–+ servings
Pizza grilled cheese sandwiches

Crispy Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches for Ultimate Comfort

These crispy pizza grilled cheese sandwiches combine the best of both worlds for ultimate comfort food.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 slices Sourdough or ciabatta bread Sturdy bread for crunch
  • 1 cup Mozzarella or cheddar cheese Gooey and melty texture
  • 1/2 cup Pizza sauce For flavor; can substitute marinara
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Pepperoni or salami Classic pizza toppings
  • 1/2 cup Fresh vegetables Bell peppers or mushrooms are great options
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh basil For a fresh garnish
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil Rich flavor from butter or healthy oil

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Spread a generous layer of butter on the outer sides of two slices of bread.
  2. On one slice, layer cheese, then drizzle pizza sauce, add toppings, and top with the second slice of bread.
  3. Heat skillet over medium and cook the sandwich for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the sandwich and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until crispy.
  5. Remove from skillet, cool for a minute, slice in half, and serve with extra pizza sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed hot and fresh. Store leftovers for up to 2 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!