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!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza pan.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Sprinkle the shredded Mexican-blend cheese evenly over the bean and salsa layer.

Step 4

If using, scatter the shredded chicken, black beans, fresh corn kernels, and thinly sliced red onion over the cheese layer.

Step 5

Lightly drizzle olive oil over the toppings, then sprinkle with ground cumin and chili powder for added Southwestern flavor.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Top with chopped fresh cilantro and diced avocado.

Step 8

If desired, drizzle sour cream over the pizza for extra creaminess. Slice into wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1212.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1783.1

Total Fat 59.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 202.8mg	0%
Sodium 2603.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 118.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 293.8mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 3403.5mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 44.5%