Name: Pioneer Woman Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 4 slices thick sourdough bread; 3 tablespoons salted butter, softened; 4 slices provolone cheese; 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 16 slices pepperoni; 4 tablespoons marinara sauce; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

This crispy gooey Why You Will Love This Pioneer Woman Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe is made with thick sourdough, mozzarella, and pepperoni, and ready in 15 minutes. Slicing it in half reveals a stretchy ribbon of melted cheese clinging to the warm marinara and spicy meats. I make this whenever my family craves pizza but I lack the energy to toss dough.

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Why You Will Love This Pioneer Woman Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe:

The Ultimate Comfort Food Combo: It takes the crispy, buttery goodness of a classic grilled cheese and stuffs it with the savory, saucy flavors of a pepperoni pizza. It is the absolute best of both worlds!
Kid-Friendly & Picky Eater Approved: It is incredibly hard to resist. Children and adults alike will go crazy for the stretchy mozzarella cheese pulls and classic pizza taste.
Ready in Minutes: Skip the pizza delivery wait time or the hassle of making dough from scratch. You can have this hot, satisfying meal on the table in under 15 minutes.
Endlessly Customizable: Just like a real pizza pie, you can easily swap the fillings. Toss in some mushrooms, black olives, or diced bell peppers, or swap the pepperoni for cooked sausage or Canadian bacon.
Crispy, Golden Exterior: Cooked in a generous amount of butter (true to Ree Drummond’s signature style!), the bread gets perfectly toasted and crunchy, holding up beautifully to the rich pizza sauce and melted cheese.
Budget-Friendly Pantry Meal: It relies on simple, everyday ingredients you probably already have stocked in your kitchen, making it a total lifesaver for busy weeknight dinners or quick weekend lunches.

Pioneer Woman Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich Ingredients

4 slices thick sourdough bread
3 tablespoons salted butter, softened
4 slices provolone cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
16 slices pepperoni
4 tablespoons marinara sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

How To Make Pioneer Woman Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Butter The Bread: Spread softened butter evenly over one side of each slice of bread, sprinkling garlic powder on top of the butter.
Build The Sandwich: Place two slices of bread, butter side down, in a cold skillet. Layer provolone, pepperoni, marinara sauce, and shredded mozzarella on top.
Cook The Sandwich: Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread slices, butter side out. Turn the heat to medium-low and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown.
Flip And Finish: Carefully flip the sandwiches using a spatula. Cook the second side for another 3 to 4 minutes until the cheese is completely melted.

Recipe Tips

Grate your own cheese: Pre-shredded mozzarella contains anti-caking agents that prevent it from melting smoothly.
Warm the pepperoni: Briefly pan-frying the pepperoni before adding it to the sandwich releases its oils and boosts flavor.
Keep the heat low: High heat will burn the buttered bread before the thick layers of cheese have a chance to melt properly.

What To Serve With Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich?

To perfectly balance the rich heavy and cheesy flavors of a pizza grilled cheese sandwich, pair it with lighter, fresh side dishes. A crisp Caesar salad or a simple green salad tossed with a zesty Italian vinaigrette cuts through the richness beautifully. For a classic diner feel, serve it alongside a warm bowl of creamy tomato basil soup for dipping. If you want to keep the meal incredibly simple, crunchy carrot sticks, celery and ranch dressing will work absolutely perfectly.

How To Store Leftovers Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich?

These sandwiches are best eaten immediately, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a skillet over low heat or in an air fryer to restore the crispy crust.

How To Reheat Leftovers Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich?

Skillet method: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place the sandwich in the pan and warm for 2–3 minutes per side until the bread regains its crispiness and the pizza fillings and cheese are completely hot and melted.

Oven method: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the sandwich on a baking sheet or directly on the wire rack and heat for 5–7 minutes until the bread is perfectly toasted and the center is gooey and warmed through.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of bread? Yes, Texas toast or thick-cut white bread works wonderfully. Just avoid very thin or overly soft sandwich bread that might tear under the weight of the fillings.
Do I have to use pepperoni? Not at all. You can add cooked sausage, bell peppers, or mushrooms just like you would on a standard pizza.
Can I bake these instead of pan-frying? Yes, you can bake them on a sheet pan at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

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Pioneer Woman Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich Nutrition Fact

Calories: 520 kcal
Total Fat: 32 g
Saturated Fat: 16 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg
Sodium: 1150 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 38 g
Protein: 22 g