Southwest Salsa Pizza

Experience a bold fusion of flavors with our Southwest Salsa Pizza, the ultimate Tex-Mex twist on a classic favorite! This vibrant recipe starts with a crispy, golden crust as the perfect base, topped with zesty salsa in place of traditional marinara. Generously layered with a shredded Mexican cheese blend, juicy shredded chicken, savory black beans, sweet corn, and fresh Roma tomatoes, this pizza is packed with texture and taste. A sprinkle of sliced red onion and optional fiery jalapeños add a sharp kick, while freshly chopped cilantro provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing pizza brings the smoky, spicy warmth of the Southwest to your table. Serve it as a fun family dinner or a standout game day appetizer that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Pre-made pizza dough
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour (for dusting)
• 1 cup Salsa of your choice
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
• 1 cup Black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (cooked or thawed if frozen)
• 0.5 Sliced red onion
• 2 Diced Roma tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 Sliced jalapeños (optional)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 2

Lightly flour a clean work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle or your preferred shape.

Step 3

Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.

Step 4

Spread the salsa evenly over the surface of the dough, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Step 5

Sprinkle half of the shredded Mexican cheese blend over the salsa base.

Step 6

Top the pizza with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, sliced red onion, and diced Roma tomatoes evenly across the surface.

Step 7

Add the remaining shredded Mexican cheese blend on top, followed by jalapeño slices if desired.

Step 8

Brush the crust edges lightly with olive oil to promote browning.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the pizza (along with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.

Step 10

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before garnishing with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 12

Slice and serve immediately for a delicious taste of Southwest-inspired flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2194.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4153.6

Total Fat 195.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 715.6mg	0%
Sodium 6705.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 366.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.3g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 258.9g	0%

Vitamin D 102.6IU	0%
Calcium 3775.2mg	0%
Iron 24.6mg	0%
Potassium 4044.4mg	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: 41.3%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 34.4%