Microwave Southwestern Pita Pizza
Turn your snack time into a fiesta with this Microwave Southwestern Pita Pizza—a quick and flavorful twist on traditional pizza, perfect for busy weeknights or an energizing lunch. Made with a wholesome whole wheat pita as the base, this recipe is topped with zesty salsa, a gooey Mexican cheese blend, and hearty ingredients like tender chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and colorful bell peppers. Ready in just under 7 minutes, this easy-to-make microwave recipe combines Tex-Mex-inspired flavors with the convenience of minimal prep and cook time. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream for a vibrant, satisfying meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of quick microwave dinners, Southwestern cuisine, or single-serve meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Whole wheat pita bread
- 3 tablespoons Salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- 0.33 cup Shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 0.25 cup Cooked chicken breast (diced or shredded)
- 2 tablespoons Black beans
- 2 tablespoons Sweet corn kernels (canned or thawed frozen)
- 2 tablespoons Diced bell peppers
- 1 teaspoon Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Sour cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Place the pita bread on a microwave-safe plate.
Spread the salsa evenly over the pita bread, leaving a small border around the edges to act as a crust.
Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend evenly over the salsa layer.
Top the cheese with the diced or shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and diced bell peppers, spreading them out evenly.
Place the plate in the microwave and cook on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Carefully remove the plate (it will be hot) and let the pita pizza cool for 1 minute.
Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top for garnish, if desired. Add a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess, if preferred.
Slice the pita pizza into wedges and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.6 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 47.2 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 617 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 556 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
