Description
Easy Homemade Mexican Pizza: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for 5
Ingredients
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- 4 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 1 cup cooked ground beef or shredded chicken (optional)
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Tortillas: Place the flour tortillas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread Refried Beans: Evenly spread a layer of refried beans on each tortilla.
- Add Salsa: Spoon salsa over the beans, ensuring an even distribution.
- Layer Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top of the salsa.
- Add Protein (Optional): If using, distribute the cooked ground beef or shredded chicken evenly over the cheese.
- Top with Veggies: Add diced bell peppers, black olives, and jalapeños as desired.
- Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro for a fresh touch.
- Slice and Serve: Cut the pizzas into wedges and serve immediately with sour cream on the side.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg