Cheeseburger Garlic Naan Pizzas (Print Version)

Mini naan topped with seasoned beef, tangy pickles, and creamy cheese sauce for a fun handheld twist.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Garlic Naan Pizzas

01 - 4 mini garlic naan breads

→ Beef Topping

02 - 9 oz ground beef
03 - 1 small onion, finely diced
04 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Cheese Sauce

08 - 2/3 cup whole milk
09 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
10 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
11 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
12 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings

14 - 8 to 10 dill pickle slices
15 - 1 small tomato, diced (optional)
16 - 2 tablespoons ketchup (optional)
17 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or green onions (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion, breaking up the meat until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess fat.
03 - Stir in Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more, then remove from heat.
04 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cook, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Add shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and melted, then remove from heat.
06 - Place garlic naan breads on a baking sheet. Evenly distribute the beef mixture over each naan.
07 - Drizzle cheese sauce generously over the beef.
08 - Add pickle slices and diced tomato (if using) on top.
09 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until naan is crisp and toppings are bubbling.
10 - Garnish with ketchup and chives or green onions if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It gives you all the comfort of a cheeseburger without the mess of buns falling apart in your hands.
  • The garlic naan adds a soft, pillowy base with a subtle kick that plain pizza dough just can't match.
  • Everything cooks in under half an hour, so it's perfect for nights when you need dinner fast but still want it to feel special.
  • Kids and adults both get excited about it, which makes weeknight planning so much easier.
02 -
  • Drain the beef well after browning, or the naan will turn limp and greasy instead of crispy on the bottom.
  • Make the cheese sauce right before you assemble so it stays smooth and pourable, because it thickens as it cools.
  • Don't overload the naan with toppings or it won't crisp up properly in the oven.
  • If your cheese sauce gets too thick, whisk in a splash of milk to loosen it back up.
03 -
  • Toast the naan in the oven for 3 minutes before adding toppings if you want an extra-crispy base.
  • Use a squeeze bottle for the cheese sauce so you can drizzle it neatly and control the amount on each pizza.
  • Add a pinch of smoked paprika to the beef for a subtle smoky flavor that makes people ask what your secret is.
  • Let the naan cool for a minute before slicing so the cheese sauce sets just enough to stay put.
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