Beau Jo’s Cheeseburger Pizza stacks seasoned beef, cheese and classic burger toppings onto a hearty Colorado-style crust.
Photo by Wally Gobetz
Copycat Beau Jo’s Pizza Pork Green Chili Cheeseburger Pizza
Beau Jo’s Cheeseburger Pizza combines seasoned ground beef, mozzarella and cheddar with onions and pickles on a thick Mountain Pie crust. It is bold, filling and built for serious appetites.
This pizza is all about balance. Cook the beef well but keep it juicy, layer the cheeses evenly and do not overload the sauce. The crust should bake crisp on the outside while staying sturdy enough to support the toppings.
Quick Recipe Overview
- Best For: Game nights, family dinners, hearty pizza cravings
- Flavor Profile: Savory, cheesy, lightly tangy with classic burger notes
- Skill Level: Moderate – requires dough handling and layering
- What Makes It Like the Restaurant: A thick Mountain Pie crust with seasoned beef and layered cheeses
Beau Jo’s Pizza
Beau Jo’s Pizza began in Idaho Springs, Colorado in 1973 and became known for its signature Mountain Pies. These pizzas are famous for their thick, hand-rolled crusts and generous toppings, often served by the pound rather than by the slice.
The Denver locations continued that tradition, offering hearty specialty pizzas designed to satisfy big appetites. Beau Jo’s built a loyal following by embracing bold flavors and a distinctly Colorado approach to pizza.
Colorado’s Mountain Pie with a Burger Twist
Cheeseburger pizza is a playful American mashup that blends two comfort food favorites. Popular in casual pizzerias and family restaurants, it swaps traditional Italian toppings for seasoned ground beef, cheddar and burger-style accents.
In Colorado, thick crust pizzas like Mountain Pies provide the structure needed to support heavier toppings. The result is a filling, all-in-one meal that feels familiar yet distinctly regional.
Beau Jo's Pizza Pork Green Chili Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe
A single slice of Beau Jo’s Pork Green Chili Cheeseburger Pizza blends bold pork green chili sauce, seasoned ground beef, fire‑roasted green chiles, roma tomatoes, red onions and melted Monterey Jack with cheddar in a mountain‑style crust built to cradle all that Colorado comfort in one unforgettable, spicy‑sweet bite. Make our Beau Jo's Pizza Pork Green Chili Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe at home. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Pork Green Chili Cheeseburger Pizza will taste just like Beau Jo's Pizza.
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 tablespoons Instant Yeast
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Honey
- 3/4 cup Warm Water below 110°F
- 2 cups Bread Flour
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 teaspoons Salt
Meat
- 1/2 pound Lean Ground Beef seasoned & cooked
- Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
Sauce and Toppings
- 1 cup Pork Green Chili Sauce
- 1/2 cup Roma Tomatoes quartered
- 1/2 cup Red Onions thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Fire-Roasted Green Chilies jarred, drained
- 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
- 1 cup Mild Cheddar Cheese shredded
For Serving
- Honey for drizzling crust
Instructions
Dough
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast and honey in warm water until bubbly, about 5 minutes.
- Add flour, olive oil and 2 teaspoons salt. Knead 3 - 5 minutes until smooth.
- Cover, set aside and let rise 30 minutes.
Meats
- Place beef in a medium skillet. Break up beef a bit with a wooden spoon.
- Place skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring and breaking up meat completely, until meat is browned.
- Drain off excess fat.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Set aside.
Shape Pie
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Roll dough into a 12-inch circle with a 2-inch braided edge.
- Transfer to a pizza pan.
Assemble
- Spread pork green chili over the center.
- Distribute seasoned beef evenly.
- Top with tomatoes, onions, fire-roasted chilies, Monterey jack and cheddar.
Bake and Serve
- Place pizza in preheated oven and bake 18 - 20 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
- Remove from oven. Set aside and let rest 3 minutes.
- Drizzle crust with honey, slice and enjoy.
Beau Jo's Pizza Pork Green Chili Cheeseburger Pizza
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Questions People Ask
What is a Mountain Pie? A Mountain Pie is Beau Jo’s signature thick crust pizza known for its sturdy edges and generous toppings.
Can I use store-bought dough? Yes. Use a high-quality fresh dough and allow it to come to room temperature before shaping.
Do I add pickles before or after baking? For best texture, add sliced pickles after baking so they stay crisp.
Can I add a burger sauce drizzle? Yes. A light drizzle of ketchup and mustard or a simple burger sauce works well after baking.
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