Recipe: Chilaquiles Pizza
Introduction
If you’re looking for a unique and delicious pizza recipe, look no further than Chilaquiles Pizza! This recipe combines the classic Mexican dish of chilaquiles with everyone’s favorite Italian dish – pizza. The result is a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1 cup of red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup of cooked and shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup of diced red onion
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup of crumbled queso fresco
- 1/4 cup of sliced jalapenos (optional)
- 1/4 cup of sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
- Place the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spoon the red enchilada sauce over the top of the pizza crust, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend over the top of the sauce.
- Add the cooked and shredded chicken on top of the cheese.
- Sprinkle the diced red onion over the chicken.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the chopped cilantro and crumbled queso fresco over the top.
- If desired, add sliced jalapenos and a dollop of sour cream on top.
- Slice and serve immediately.
Tips
- If you don’t have a pre-made pizza crust, you can make your own using store-bought pizza dough or making it from scratch.
- You can also use leftover shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken for this recipe.
- If you’re not a fan of spicy food, you can omit the jalapenos or use less than the recommended amount.
- For a vegetarian version of this recipe, omit the chicken and add sauteed bell peppers and onions instead.
Conclusion
Chilaquiles Pizza is a fun and flavorful twist on traditional pizza. With its combination of Mexican and Italian flavors, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Give this recipe a try for your next pizza night or Mexican-themed dinner party.