Mexican Pizza with Ranchero Sauce

Indulge in the bold and vibrant flavors of this Mexican Pizza with Ranchero Sauce, a crowd-pleasing fusion of Tex-Mex and comfort food! Featuring layers of crispy tortillas, creamy refried beans, and a smoky, homemade ranchero sauce seasoned with smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin, this recipe delivers the ultimate flavor-packed experience. Topped with a gooey Mexican cheese blend, choice of protein like ground beef or shredded chicken, and finished with fresh toppings like diced tomatoes, black olives, and cilantro, each slice is a fiesta of textures and tastes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this easy-to-make pizza bakes to melty perfection in just 20 minutes. Garnish with sour cream or guacamole for an extra touch of indulgence. Prepare to wow your taste buds with this irresistible twist on a classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 Tortillas (10-inch)
• 1 cup Refried beans
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 cup Ground beef or cooked shredded chicken (optional)
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes, for topping
• 0.5 cup Sliced black olives
• 0.25 cup Chopped green onions
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for topping)
• 1 Avocado or guacamole (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 5

Using a blender or immersion blender, puree the ranchero sauce until smooth, then set aside.

Step 6

Place two tortillas on the prepared baking sheet and spread 1/2 cup of refried beans evenly over each tortilla.

Step 7

Spread a few tablespoons of ranchero sauce over the refried beans, then sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend on top.

Step 8

If using ground beef or shredded chicken, evenly distribute it over the cheese layer, then place an additional tortilla over each pizza to create a double layer.

Step 9

Spread a thin layer of ranchero sauce over the top tortillas, then sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top.

Step 10

Bake the pizzas in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with diced tomatoes, black olives, green onions, chopped cilantro, and any additional toppings like sour cream or avocado.

Step 12

Slice into wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy your Mexican Pizza with Ranchero Sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2501.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4424.8

Total Fat 303.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 763.3mg	0%
Sodium 8025.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 229.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.5g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 203.2g	0%

Vitamin D 102.6IU	0%
Calcium 4123.9mg	0%
Iron 29.4mg	0%
Potassium 3955.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.2%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 20.6%