1ouncesliced pepperoni, finely chopped, about ⅓ cup
1small yellow onion, grated or finely diced (grate over bowl to catch juices)
1large egg, lightly beaten
¼cupfinely shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
¼cuppanko bread crumbs
1teaspoondried oregano
½teaspoongarlic powder
¼teaspoonkosher salt
¼teaspooncoarse black pepper
¼cuppizza sauce, more if desired
¼cupshredded mozzarella cheese
12-18large basil leaves (they will be standing in for lettuce)
Instructions
Preheat oven broiler (High) with the oven rack in the top third of the oven. Line a sheet pan with foil for easy clean up.
Combine turkey, pepperoni, onion, egg, Parmesan, bread crumbs, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Use your hands to blend it together. Don’t over-mix, just make sure everything is well distributed.
Shape into patties about ½ inch thick (make them slightly thinner in the middle) and place on prepared sheet pan. Broil on high for 6 to 7 minutes or until browned, flip burgers over, and continue to cook for about 4 to 6 minutes or until burgers are cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
Top each burger with a tablespoon of sauce and a tablespoon of shredded cheese. Broil for an additional 1 minute or until cheese is melted. Place burgers on buns (toasted if desired) and top with fresh basil leaves and more pizza sauce if desired. Enjoy!
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Notes
Nutrition information is for burgers with toppings; it does not include buns.
For gluten-free burgers (without buns), substitute rolled or quick oats for the panko bread crumbs.
Slices of fresh mozzarella can be substituted for the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Make Ahead: Uncooked burger patties made a day ahead, covered and refrigerated or they can be frozen up to two months. Place waxed paper or parchment paper between each burger before placing in a freezer safe container or bag. Thaw overnight for best results.