Ground Beef Pizza Sliders Mini but Mighty

These cheesy ground beef pizza sliders are an easy dinner recipe that your whole family will love. Packed with seasoned ground beef, marinara sauce, and gooey cheese, they bring the flavors of pizza in a deliciously portable form.

This recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or gatherings, as it’s simple to prepare and serves a crowd. You can easily customize it with your favorite toppings or swap the ground beef for other proteins.

Simple and Delicious Ground Beef Pizza Sliders

These ground beef pizza sliders come together in under an hour and are perfect for parties, game days, or a quick family dinner. With layers of juicy beef and melty cheese, these sliders will satisfy your pizza cravings in a fun way.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 cup pizza sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 slider buns
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Toppings: sliced pepperoni, bell peppers, olives (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease if needed.
Season: Add pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the beef. Stir well and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
Preheat Oven: While the beef simmers, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Assemble the Sliders: Slice the slider buns in half horizontally and place the bottom half in a greased baking dish. Spoon the ground beef mixture evenly over the buns and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Top and Brush: Place the top half of the buns over the cheese. In a small bowl, mix melted butter and garlic powder; brush this mixture over the slider tops. Optionally, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and sliders are golden brown.