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    Pizza Grilled Cheese

    Sandwiches, Burgers, and Wraps 30-Minute Meals Kid Friendly Lunch April 27, 2023 | By Kristen Chidsey | 38 Comments | *This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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    This Pizza Grilled Cheese is a fun spin on classic grilled cheese. Made with all your favorite pizza toppings and toasted with garlic-infused oil, this easy grilled cheese recipe is an easy, kid-friendly recipe that is a perfect spin on pizza night.

    Pizza and grilled cheese collide to form one delicious sandwich! This Pizza Grilled Cheese is a fun, yet easy way to enjoy the flavors of pizzas in sandwich form.

    Serve this Pizza Grilled Cheese with a bowl of Instant Pot Tomato Soup for a unique spin on a classic grilled cheese and tomato soup combo. Or serve this pizza sandwich with fruit salad and raw veggies and homemade dill dip for a simple kid-friendly lunch.

    Stack of Pizza Grilled Cheese cut in half showing cheese oozing out on cutting board.


    I never bought school lunches growing up. But I was always envious when the cafeteria was serving up Pizza Bobs--AKA Pizza Grilled Cheese.

    Pizza Bobs were simply grilled cheese sandwiches made with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni. This combination inspired me to create my own improved, more flavorful Pizza Grilled Cheese.

    Tons of cheese, pepperoni, and toasted garlic bread create a grilled cheese that has all the flavors of a pizza. It is a kid's dream sandwich. 

    Okay, I am not going to lie, I LOVE pizza grilled cheese as well!

    Ingredients Needed

    Ingredients for pizza grilled cheese labeled on counter.
    • Bread: Select your favorite thick bread, such as Italian Bread for the base of these sandwiches. If you want to make Gluten-Free Pizza Grilled Cheese, use thick gluten-free bread.
    • Cheese: Just like any grilled cheese, it all comes down to the cheese. I use a mixture of provolone and mozzarella for the best flavor.
    • Pizza Sauce: Use your favorite store-bought or homemade pizza sauce.
    • Toppings (optional): If desired, add a few slices of pepperoni to the sandwich. If you don't care for pepperoni, try sliced mushrooms, diced peppers, or olives, or just stick with good old plain cheese.
    • Infused Olive Oil: Instead of using butter on the bread, take the opportunity to add a bit more flavor to the Pizza Grilled cheese, and mix together olive oil with garlic powder and dried oregano.

    How to Make Pizza Grilled Cheese

    • In a small bowl, mix together olive oil with garlic powder and oregano.
    • Brush the olive oil mixture over 4 slices of bread.
    • Flip the slices of bread over and spread the 4 slices with about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce to evenly cover the slice of the bread.
    • Place 2 slices of provolone cheese, overlapping slightly, over the pizza sauce.
    • Top with sliced pepperoni or other pizza toppings if desired, and then cover with 2 slices of mozzarella cheese slices.
    Collage of 4 pictures showing layering bread with cheese and pepperoni.
    • Top the assembled grilled cheese with another slice of bread and brush each slice of bread with the seasoned olive oil.
    • Heat a skillet or griddle to medium heat.
    • Add the prepared sandwiches and toast until golden on each side. Don't be tempted to toast the grilled cheese over high heat to speed up the process. This will cause the bread will burn before the cheese is perfectly melted.
    • Once golden and toasted, slice and serve.
    Sliced pizza grilled cheese sandwiches on cutting board.

    Preparing Grilled Cheese for a Crowd

    If you are making more than 4 grilled cheese sandwiches, a great time-saving tip is to place all the prepared sandwiches onto a cookie sheet and bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes, or until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.

    More Pizza-Inspired Recipes

    • Pizza Meatloaf
    • Pizza Rolls
    • Air Fryer French Bread Pizza
    • Pizza Monkey Bread
    • Air Fryer Bagel Pizzas

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    If you enjoyed this pizza spin on grilled cheese, I would love for you to leave a comment and review below.

    Stack of Pizza Grilled Cheese cut in half showing cheese oozing out on cutting board.

    Pizza Grilled Cheese

    Provolone and mozzarella cheese are layered with pepperoni and toasted between two slices of garlic bread for a perfect grilled cheese that sings with pizza flavors.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 441kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    Ingredients

    Pizza Grilled Cheese

    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • ½ teasspoon dried oregano
    • 8 slices thick sliced bread
    • ¼ cup pizza sauce
    • 8 slices provolone cheese
    • 8 slices mozzarella cheese
    • 16 slices pepperoni optional
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    Instructions

    • Combine the olive oil, garlic, and oregano together. Brush on the exterior of 4 slices of bread. 
    • Flip the slices of bread over and layer each slice of bread with 1 tablespoon pizza sauce, 2 slices provolone cheese, 4 slices of pepperoni, and 2 slices of mozzarella cheese. Top with the remaining 4 slices of bread and brush the exposed side of the bread with the remaining seasoned olive oil.
    • Heat skillet/griddle to medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden and cheese is melted.

    Notes

    Pizza Grilled Cheese is best served immediately after preparation. 
    Feel free to use any type of thick bread you like for these sandwiches, even gluten-free bread works great. 
    Mix and match the types of cheeses you have on hand to make these sandwiches. 
    If you don't care for pepperoni, try sliced olives, mushrooms, spinach, or simply make Cheese Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. Whatever filling you select, be cautious to not overstuff your sandwiches. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 894mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 585mg | Iron: 2.3mg
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    Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. I believe that making a wholesome family meal does not need to be hard or expensive! I love nothing more than to share with you delicious solutions for your hungry family.

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    1. Denise Wright

      April 13, 2016 at 2:58 pm

      What a great combination! This is one for my little boy.

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 14, 2016 at 9:18 am

        He would be thrilled with it Denise!

        Reply
    2. allie @ Through Her Looking Glass

      April 12, 2016 at 3:09 pm

      I love provolone Kristen, this sandwich is a real winner in my book! Pizza and grilled cheese all rolled into one.

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 13, 2016 at 2:25 pm

        Enjoy Allie 🙂

        Reply
    3. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats

      April 12, 2016 at 2:43 pm

      Happy National Grilled Cheese Day! Yours sounds fantastic! I love the sound of the marinara soup too!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 13, 2016 at 2:25 pm

        Thanks Cynthia!

        Reply
    4. Allison - Celebrating Sweets

      April 12, 2016 at 2:02 pm

      My kids were getting pb&j for lunch today, but this is a WAY better option. Delish!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 13, 2016 at 2:25 pm

        But I do love a good old pb& j too 🙂

        Reply
    5. Megan @ MegUnprocessed.com

      April 12, 2016 at 12:12 pm

      This looks SO good! I love the marinara soup 🙂

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 13, 2016 at 2:25 pm

        The soup is crucial!

        Reply
    6. Betsy | The JavaCupcake Blog

      April 12, 2016 at 11:59 am

      This is an amazing idea!! My family will love it!!!!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 13, 2016 at 2:25 pm

        Thanks so much Betsy!

        Reply
    7. Liz

      April 12, 2016 at 11:27 am

      Such a gooey delicious grilled cheese! Just the way I like them!!!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 13, 2016 at 2:26 pm

        Thanks!

        Reply
    8. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction

      April 12, 2016 at 10:23 am

      What a fun flavor for grilled cheese! This is some great comfort food!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 13, 2016 at 2:28 pm

        Thank you Jessica!

        Reply
    9. Ally's Sweet & Savory Eats

      April 12, 2016 at 9:37 am

      Girl, you know I love this one. Putting it on my meal plan pronto!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 13, 2016 at 2:28 pm

        Yea!! love to hear that Ally!

        Reply
    10. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan

      April 12, 2016 at 8:55 am

      Growing up, my school never had "Pizza Bob" - what a genius idea! I have had my share of grilled cheese sandwihes but never have I tried one with peperoni before - GAH - now this is all I can think of...why do I have to be stuck in an office WITHOUT a stove till 3.30??? 🙂
      Thanks so much for sharing this Kristen!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 12, 2016 at 9:20 am

        I am sorry to distract you at work 🙂 But now you know what you HAVE to try!! You will love these!

        Reply
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