Description
This Mexican Pizza recipe offers a delicious and easy-to-make fusion dish that combines the flavors of refried beans, seasoned ground meat, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese on crispy flour tortillas. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, it is baked in the oven to achieve a warm, bubbly texture and can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 flour tortillas
Protein & Beans
- 1 cup cooked ground beef or chicken
- 1/2 cup refried beans
Vegetables
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
Seasoning & Cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the Mexican pizzas.
- Prepare Tortillas: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a baking sheet to create the pizza base.
- Add Refried Beans: Spread a generous layer of refried beans evenly over each tortilla, which will act as a flavorful sauce.
- Layer Toppings: Evenly distribute the cooked ground beef or chicken, followed by diced onions, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese on top of the beans.
- Season: Sprinkle chili powder and garlic powder over the toppings to enhance the flavors.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese melts completely and becomes bubbly.
- Serve: Carefully remove the pizzas from the oven and serve warm, optionally accompanied by sour cream or salsa for extra zest.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground chicken or turkey for a leaner option.
- Use any shredded cheese of your choice, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend.
- For added spice, include jalapeño slices or hot sauce before baking.
- Refried beans can be replaced with black beans for a different texture and flavor.
- Make sure to watch the pizzas closely towards the end of baking to prevent burning the cheese or tortillas.
