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Loaded Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole Recipe

This hearty casserole brings all the flavors of a loaded meat lover’s pizza into one bubbling, cheesy bake. With pasta, sausage, pepperoni, rich tomato sauce, and gooey mozzarella, it’s a crave-worthy, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s easy to make and perfect for weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 590 kcal

Equipment

  • Large sauté pan
  • Large pot
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups

Ingredients
  

  • 2 jars traditional pasta sauce
  • 1 bag shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 ounce box rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 Italian sausage
  • 1 bag pepperoni

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  • In a large sauté pan over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and cook the sausage until browned.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute, then set the pan aside.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta for 8 minutes so it's still undercooked.
  • Drain and return the pasta to the pot.
  • Reserve 18 whole pepperoni slices and cut the rest into chunks.
  • To the pasta, add the browned sausage and garlic, both jars of pasta sauce, the pepperoni chunks, and a handful of mozzarella cheese, then stir everything together.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the top with the remaining mozzarella and arrange the whole pepperoni slices on top.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the pepperoni is slightly crispy.

Notes

  • Grate your own mozzarella for better melt and stretch compared to pre-shredded.
  • Add chopped green bell peppers or onions for a veggie-packed twist without losing the pizza vibe.