Pepperoni Pizza meets Macaroni and Cheese in this super easy, one-pot dish the whole family will love. Two awesome comfort foods in one!
Who doesn’t love Pizza?! My daughter, that’s who.
And who doesn’t love mac n cheese?! Again, my daughter.
Like, what is going on???? I mean, she doesn’t hate either of them. But there is certainly no love loss. I think all those younger years at Kindergarten and birthday parties ruined her. Because, ya, it’s basically all they serve. It sort of ruined pizza for me, if I’m being honest. Although I got over it! Because…PIZZA.
Last week, I asked my Facebook readers, “What ingredient do you love so much, that if you see it used in a recipe, you’ll want to make it?” It was a really fun thread.
Not surprising, so many people said chocolate. A close second was cheese. Nothing specific – just cheese, in general. And many others said pasta. So, I’d say this recipe for Pepperoni Pizza Macaroni and Cheese is perfect for them!
It’s two classic comfort foods in one. Bonus that it’s super easy, quick, and only requires one pan – you know how much I hate cleaning!
Totally surprising, Haley LOVES this dish. Go figure. I guess she’s not crazy after all.
Other One Pot Mac N Cheese dishes you might enjoy!
- One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese – Belly Full
- Cheeseburger Macaroni – Belly Full
- Instant Pot Cauliflower Mac and Cheese – Well Plated
- Chicken Enchilada Mac and Cheese – Shugary Sweets
Check out the video and see how to make it!
Pepperoni Pizza Macaroni and Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup marinara pasta sauce
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 5 ounce package mini pepperoni
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups dried macaroni pasta
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the broth, marinara sauce, garlic powder, salt, and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Saute the onions until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add pepperoni to the pan and mix until wilted, about 1 minute. Add the red pepper flakes and combine.
- Give your broth mixture a quick stir and pour it into the pan. Bring to a boil and add the macaroni.
- Reduce the heat to medium, and cover. Continue cooking for 10-12 minutes, until the pasta is tender, stirring a few times to make sure the pasta isn’t sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- When the macaroni is done, sprinkle the grated cheeses on top. Stir until melted and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Tara says
I wish I had realized it doesn’t make much as a main dish and had double ingredients for the recipe.
Amy @Belly Full says
It serves 4-5. I make it all the time for my family.
Bonnie Brown says
Ilike different recipes of Little in Kitchen and Taste of home and any. interest. thank Bonnie
Rachel Cooks says
Your daughter doesn’t like and cheese?!? Not even this amazing recipe?!? Please tell me she likes popcorn. ;)
Thanks for helping us kick off mac and cheese mania! xo
Laurie {Simply Scratch} says
pretty darn genius! My girls will LOVE this!
Kim Beaulieu says
Amy, you nailed it. This is so cool. I bet my kids would go crazy for this one.
JulieD says
Oh my gosh, what a great idea!! Love this!
Mom says
With all that flavor, this has to be good. Can’t wait to try.
Stephanie says
HOW is she your daughter? Mac and cheese is like a part of life. Seriously? Knife –> Heart.
On a lighter note, yum! How fun is this recipe?
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
Oh my gosh, oh my gosh <– exactly what my brain screamed when I opened this recipe page! My husband loves ALL THINGS PIZZA and I LOVE MAC AND CHEESE, it's like a perfect match made in heaven!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
This is a seriously good flavor combo for Mac!
Stephie @ Eat Your Heart Out says
It is the mini pepperoni that take this from awesome to downright AMAZING.
Happy Valley Chow says
Dannggg that looks awesome! I just made pizza casserole last night and was really pleased how it turned out. Definitely need to try this :)
Joanne says
A world/life without pasta and/or cheese would be very sad indeed! I can pretty much always be convinced to make a recipe based on it’s cheesiness. The more cheese the better obviously! Want to stick my face in this bowl.
Cassie says
Oh my goodness, as if mac & cheese isn’t comfort food enough, you add pizza? Brilliant!
Erin | The Law Student's Wife says
You have taken two epic foods and turned them into one! This is a bowl of pure pizza and pasta glory.
Phi @ Sweetphi says
This looks amazing!! I love pizza and macaroni and cheese, so this looks like one amazing combination!
Anna @ Garnish with Lemon says
Seriously, these mac & cheese posts are KILLING me. So much cheesy goodness! Those teeny pepperonis are adorable.
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says
You just combined 2 favorites, need this for dinner soon!
Liz @ The Lemon Bowl says
I love the Italian twist on this!!! My husband would adore this version!
Gwen @simplyhealthyfamily says
My kids want to move in with you! I will have to make this for my almost 9 year olds birthday, both of his fav foods in one!!
Sarah says
Oh wow! I can’t… I don’t even… I feel strongly that I need this Mac in my life. Yum!
steph@stephsbitebybite says
Look at those little pepperonis! LOVE this
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
This is such a good idea!!! I bet you could change it up with your favourite pizza toppings too – I’m thinking some sliced black olives? :)
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
I feel the same. Cheese. Pasta. Who cares about the specifics. I want it! :D
And this sounds so so good! Way more fun than the regular stuff. :)