We are pizza LOVERS, and we are casserole lovers, so what happens when you combine the two?! A family favorite we call pizza casserole!
When we don’t have time for homemade Pepperoni Pizza, our go-to is this pizza casserole. It’s prepped in under 10 minutes and is SO easy to assemble. Our kids often whip this up themselves – it’s perfect for sharing with friends, especially since it’s ready to devour in only 30 minutes.
Because it’s so easy, we often have this as a weeknight dinner. The ingredients are simple, and it makes a pan-full so there’s plenty for everyone!
Some more pizza recipes your family will be sure to love include Pepperoni Grilled Cheese Pizza, Pull Apart Pizza Bread, and a delicious Strawberry Nutella Pizza for dessert.
Why we think you’ll love it:
- So easy the kids can do it. With simple steps, this recipe takes just 8 minutes of prep time, which makes it an AH-MAZING easy dinner idea.
- Flavor variations. Casseroles are, by nature, versatile, and this pizza version is no different! Just top it with your favorites and make it your own.
- Family-friendly. It’s easy, it’s cheesy – it’s delicious. The entire family loves it.
Pizza Casserole Ingredients
- Grands Biscuits (1, 16.3-ounce can): Cut and tossed with sauce, they bake into soft, pull apart pockets that mimic a thick, doughy pizza crust. Or use Homemade Pizza Dough. Pinch off 64 small pieces that are 7 grams each.
- Pizza sauce, Classico or homemade or homemade white pizza sauce (1, 8-ounce jar): Adds classic tomato, garlic, and herb flavor that soaks into the biscuits for that true pizza taste.
- Mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided (3 cups): Half melts through the casserole for creamy pull, the rest blankets the top for a golden, bubbly finish.
- Pizza seasoning (1 teaspoon): A quick herb blend that boosts savory pizza flavor in every bite. Use store-bought or Homemade Pizza Seasoning.
- Pizza toppings: Pepperoni, veggies, olives, or whatever you love, add salty bite and texture to customize the bake.
How to Make Pizza Casserole
PREP. Preheat oven to 375°F.
COMBINE. Cut the biscuits into 8 parts each. Add those to a bowl and mix with pizza sauce and half of the shredded Mozzarella cheese. Mix this well and pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 casserole dish.
BAKE. Top with the remaining shredded cheese and pepperoni slices, then sprinkle pizza seasoning on top. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until the biscuits are cooked and the cheese is melted.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- Cut each biscuit into 8 pieces as written, then separate the pieces so every bite gets coated with sauce and cheese.
- Bake until biscuits are golden at the edges and cheese is browned in spots, then check the center for doneness.
- To bake smaller sizes, divide the ingredients evenly using two 8-inch square baking dishes and then bake for 18-20 minutes. Serve one, and cool and freeze the other for later.
- The sauce may cause the biscuit pieces to be tacky on the outside, but the interior will be fully cooked. For further baking, tent a piece of tin foil over the top until cooked through.
Other Favorite Pizza Toppings >>
- Meat lovers. pepperoni, ham, beef, Italian sausage, bacon
- Supreme. Italian sausage crumbles, ground beef crumbles, mushrooms, bell peppers, red onions
- Hawaiian. ham and pineapple, and green bell peppers for even more flavor
- Veggie. green peppers, red onions, black olives, mushrooms, Roma tomatoes
- BBQ chicken. Use 1 cup of BBQ Sauce instead of pizza sauce and top with shredded chicken and chopped basil
- NOTE: Heavier toppings like mushrooms or peppers cook best if sautéed first to release moisture.
Pizza Casserole Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 (16.3-ounce) can Grands Biscuits
- 1 (8-ounce) jar pizza sauce, Classico or homemade pizza sauce
- 3 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded (and divided)
- 1 teaspoon pizza seasoning
- pizza toppings
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cut the 8 biscuits into 8 parts each. Add those to a bowl and mix with 8 ounces pizza sauce, and half the shredded Mozzarella cheese. Mix well and pour into a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Top this with remaining shredded cheese and pepperoni slices. Sprinkle pizza seasoning on top. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown and cheese begins to brown.
Notes
- Smaller pan. Divide the ingredients evenly using two 8-inch square baking dishes and bake for 18-20 minutes. Serve one, and cool and freeze the other for later.
- We love classic pepperoni, but any favorite pizza toppings can be used.
- We use refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough, but flaky biscuits or even pizza dough can be used.
- The sauce may cause the biscuit pieces to be tacky on the outside, but the interior will be fully cooked. For further baking, tent a piece of tin foil over the top until cooked through.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Prep and store covered, in the fridge until ready to bake. If needed, add a couple more minutes to the baking time to account for the chilled ingredients.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Cover the cooled casserole with plastic wrap and again with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating in the oven.
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This recipe was originally published March 2015.
Do you precook veggies if adding? Mix with sauce or add to top. Recipe sounds great.
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You can lightly sauté the veggies first if you want them softer, or add them raw for a bit more texture. Mixing them with the sauce works great, but adding a few on top before baking makes it extra colorful and tasty!
Thanks my grandkids will love it.
This was a great fast meal to make. Had teenage grandkids over and they loved it. Made a salad with it too. Thanks for the recipe!
Great recipe! When do you add the pizza seasoning?
You can sprinkle it on top before baking. You can also add it to the sauce as you mix the biscuits in it. Either way!! The seasoning just adds a bit more flavor. You can omit if you prefer, too.
This was so easy and I’m just 10