Super Quick and Easy Southwestern Pizza
Bring bold, zesty flavors to your dinner table with this Super Quick and Easy Southwestern Pizza! Featuring a crispy pre-made crust layered with a creamy refried bean and salsa base, this recipe is bursting with Tex-Mex flair. Topped with melty Mexican-blend cheese, tender shredded chicken (optional), black beans, sweet corn, and vibrant red onions, each bite is a fiesta of textures and tastes. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of cumin and chili powder take the flavors to the next level, while fresh cilantro and creamy avocado add a refreshing finish. Ready in just 22 minutes, this customizable, crowd-pleasing pizza is perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it up hot with a dollop of sour cream for maximum Southwestern satisfaction!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Pre-made pizza crust
- 1 cup Refried beans
- 0.5 cup Salsa (mild, medium, or hot based on preference)
- 1.5 cups Shredded Mexican-blend cheese
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, shredded (optional)
- 0.5 cup Black beans (canned, drained, and rinsed)
- 0.5 cup Fresh corn kernels (or canned, drained)
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1 piece Avocado, diced (for topping)
- 0.25 cup Sour cream (optional, for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza pan.
In a small bowl, stir together the refried beans and salsa until well combined. Spread this mixture evenly over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle the shredded Mexican-blend cheese evenly over the bean and salsa layer.
If using, scatter the shredded chicken, black beans, fresh corn kernels, and thinly sliced red onion over the cheese layer.
Lightly drizzle olive oil over the toppings, then sprinkle with ground cumin and chili powder for added Southwestern flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Top with chopped fresh cilantro and diced avocado.
If desired, drizzle sour cream over the pizza for extra creaminess. Slice into wedges and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 826 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 893 mg | 19% | |
*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.
