Trail Drivers Southwestern Pizza
Embark on a flavor-packed journey with Trail Drivers Southwestern Pizza, a bold and vibrant twist on your classic pie. This recipe layers smoky fire-roasted tomato sauce, a blend of cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, and zesty crumbled chorizo atop golden, olive oil-brushed pizza dough. Southwest-inspired toppings like black beans, sweet corn, pickled jalapeños, and red onion create a delightful medley of textures and heat, perfectly balanced by a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and optional creamy avocado. Crispy, cheesy, and slightly spicy, this pizza bakes to perfection in under 15 minutes, making it an irresistible option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Garnish with sour cream and a drizzle of hot sauce for a finishing touch that delivers the ultimate taste of the Southwest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup fire-roasted tomato sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cooked chorizo sausage, crumbled
- 0.5 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 0.5 cup sweet corn kernels
- 0.25 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced (optional)
- 0.25 cup sour cream, for garnish (optional)
- hot sauce, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
Carefully transfer the rolled dough to a piece of parchment paper for easier handling.
Brush the pizza dough with olive oil to create a golden and crispy crust.
Spread the fire-roasted tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese evenly over the sauce.
Distribute the crumbled cooked chorizo, black beans, and corn kernels over the cheese layer.
Add the sliced pickled jalapeños and red onions for a burst of spicy and tangy flavor.
Carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes.
Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top and add diced avocado, if using.
Slice the pizza and serve warm with optional sour cream and hot sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 237.7 g | 305% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.7 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 457 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 8198 mg | 356% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 291.0 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.3 g | 158% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 165.3 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 2323 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 3406 mg | 72% | |
*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.
