Pizza Fries Recipe

If you’ve ever craved pizza and fries at the same time (who hasn’t?), Pizza Fries are your new culinary soulmate! Imagine perfectly crispy, golden fries smothered in marinara, blanketed with melty mozzarella, sprinkled with parmesan, and dotted with sizzling pepperoni. It’s a bold twist on comfort food that’s outrageously fun to share or devour all on your own.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

With just a handful of ingredients, Pizza Fries manage to hit all the right notes—gooey, savory, and utterly craveable. Each item works together to create that perfect harmony of pizza and fries you’ll fall for again and again.

• French fries (2 pounds, frozen or homemade): Go for your favorite cut—regular, crinkle, or even wedges for extra bite. Homemade fries work if you’re up for a little kitchen adventure!
• Marinara sauce (1/2 cup): Choose a zesty, robust sauce (store-bought works beautifully for convenience). Homemade is delightful if you love extra-fresh flavor.
• Mozzarella cheese (2 cups, shredded): The melty, oozy layer that gives these their irresistible pizza pull.
• Parmesan cheese (1/4 cup, grated): Adds depth and that addictive salty finish—it makes every bite sing!
• Pepperoni (16 slices): Classic pepperoni gives a pop of savory spice, but feel free to sub in turkey pepperoni or a veggie option if you prefer.
• Fresh parsley (1 tablespoon, chopped): For that burst of color and touch of herby freshness just before serving.

Variations

One of the best things about Pizza Fries: the sky’s the limit when it comes to tweaks! Here are a few ideas to help you tailor the recipe to your cravings, dietary goals, or whatever you have hanging out in the fridge.

• Veggie Lover’s Fries: Scatter on sliced mushrooms, olives, and bell peppers for a meatless marvel.
• Buffalo Chicken Style: Swap pepperoni for shredded rotisserie chicken and drizzle with buffalo sauce before baking.
• Spicy Jalapeño Popper: Add pickled jalapeños and a sprinkle of smoked paprika for a kick.
• Gluten-Free Goodness: Use gluten-free fries and double-check your marinara for a gluten-free game-changer.

How to Make Pizza Fries

Step 1: Bake the Fries

Start by preheating your oven to 375°F and lining a large baking sheet (a 9×13-inch one is perfect) with parchment paper. Spread your fries out in a single layer so every piece gets golden and crisp—no soggy fries allowed! Bake according to your package’s instructions, usually about 20 minutes. If you’re making fries from scratch, give them a bit more time (35-40 minutes) until they’re perfectly golden.

Step 2: Sauce, Cheese, and Toppings

Once those fries are sizzling and crisp, it’s pizza time! Pull the fries from the oven and spoon on an even layer of marinara—don’t drown them, just enough for major flavor. Next, shower the fries generously with mozzarella, sprinkle on the parmesan, and finish with pepperoni slices spaced across the cheesy cloud.

Step 3: Bake Until Bubbly

Slide the loaded fries back into the oven for another 15 minutes or so. You’re looking for melty, bubbly cheese and pepperoni edges that start to crisp at the rims. The scent alone is all the warning your household will need to descend on the kitchen.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

As soon as the cheese is gooey and glorious, whip those Pizza Fries out of the oven. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley for that bright finishing touch, and serve right away. They’re meant to be enjoyed warm and fresh—from oven to table, it’s pizza night reimagined!

How to Serve Pizza Fries

Garnishes

A shower of fresh parsley is just the start! You can also add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for heat, a scattering of chopped basil for extra freshness, or a few ribbons of extra parmesan for that restaurant-worthy finish. A swirl of ranch or drizzle of garlic oil takes Pizza Fries over the top.

Side Dishes

While Pizza Fries are practically a meal all on their own, they pair beautifully with crisp salads—think Caesar, arugula, or Greek. For a more classic vibe, serve alongside crunchy garlic bread or a bowl of minestrone soup to round things out and keep everyone happily satisfied.

Creative Ways to Present

Try loading Pizza Fries into a cast iron skillet for a rustic, pub-worthy look, or layer them in individual parchment cones for party-ready noshing. For family nights, serve everything right off the baking sheet—one less dish to clean and 100% of the fun!

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Have extras? Store leftover Pizza Fries in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You may notice the fries lose a little of their initial crisp, but they’re still absolutely delicious reheated, especially for a quick lunch or late-night snack.

Freezing

It’s best not to freeze fully assembled Pizza Fries, as the texture of cooked fries can become mushy. However, you can freeze the fries, cheese, and pepperoni separately, then assemble everything fresh when that pizza craving strikes. Marinara sauce also freezes well in small portions for future use.

Reheating

To bring leftover Pizza Fries back to their glory, reheat them in a 375℉ oven for about 10 minutes, until the cheese is gooey and the fries are hot. If you’re in a hurry, the microwave works, but you’ll lose that oven-fresh crisp. A quick broil at the end brings back some bite!

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Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for a way to make pizza night extra exciting or just want to wow your friends and family with something different, you truly can’t go wrong with Pizza Fries. They’re easy, endlessly customizable, and an absolute blast to eat—so grab a baking sheet and treat yourself to this irresistible mash-up soon!

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