Microwave Crustless Pizza Pie
A quick and comforting microwave crustless pizza pie packed with savory beef, vegetables, and melted cheese, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or snack.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, chopped onion, quick cooking oats, egg, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Mix half of the tomato sauce with oregano; then incorporate into the meat mixture.
- Press the meat mixture into a 9-inch glass pie plate.
- Arrange green pepper rings in the center of the meat mixture.
- Cover the pie with waxed paper.
- Microwave on High for 10 minutes, then drain any excess liquid.
- Spoon the remaining tomato sauce over the top of the pie.
- Sprinkle with drained mushrooms and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Microwave on High for an additional 3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Tips & Substitutions
For a healthier option, you can substitute lean ground turkey for the beef. If you're short on time, use pre-chopped onions and frozen mixed peppers. Consider adding Italian seasoning for extra flavor or using whole wheat oats for a fiber boost. If you want to make it spicier, add crushed red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
Serving Suggestions
This crustless pizza pie is delicious served with a side salad or garlic bread. You can also pair it with a dipping sauce like Papa Jacobs' Barbecue Sauce for an added flavor boost. For an extra touch, top with fresh basil or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes just before serving.
Storage & Reheating
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, microwave individual slices for about 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Alternatively, you can reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes, covered with foil to prevent drying out.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Microwave Crustless Pizza Pie contains roughly 256 calories, with 14g protein, 16g carbohydrates, and 15g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (44% of the Daily Value) and protein (29% of the Daily Value), and a good source of calcium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1913mg per serving (83% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to make this pizza pie ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the meat mixture and press it into the pie plate, then cover and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before microwaving. Just be sure to add the sauce, mushrooms, and cheese just before cooking for the best texture.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).