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BBQ Ground Beef and Red Onion Pizza

This homemade BBQ Ground Beef and Red Onion Pizza combines rich barbecue sauce, hearty ground beef, and gooey mozzarella cheese for a comforting and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef At least 80% lean is best for flavor.
  • 1 sliced red onion
  • 1 pizza crust ready-made pizza crust For quick assembly.
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce For a tangy, smoky flavor.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For gooey, melty perfection.
  • to taste pinch salt and pepper Enhances flavor.
  • to taste olive oil For cooking ground beef.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in the sliced red onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Roll out the pizza crust on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer to a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Spread the barbecue sauce evenly over the pizza crust.
  6. Distribute the cooked ground beef and onion mixture on top, and finish with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Cooking
  1. Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. After baking, allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

This pizza is customizable with different toppings based on preference. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.