Colorado Mexican Pizza

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Colorado Mexican Pizza
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 17, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup refried beans
  • 1/4 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1/4 cup diced green chiles
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/4 cup diced jalapenos
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos
  • 1/4 cup sliced fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup guacamole
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 1 (12-inch) pre-made pizza crust

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Spread the refried beans evenly over the pizza crust.
  3. Spread the enchilada sauce over the beans.
  4. Sprinkle the diced green chiles, onion, and red bell pepper over the enchilada sauce.
  5. Sprinkle the Mexican cheese blend over the vegetables.
  6. Sprinkle the jalapenos over the cheese.
  7. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, oregano, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Sprinkle the spices over the pizza.
  8. Top the pizza with diced tomatoes, black olives, green onions, jalapenos, and cilantro.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool.
  11. Serve with dollops of sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Interesting Facts

  • Colorado Mexican Pizza originated in the state of Colorado, USA.
  • It is a popular dish served in many restaurants in the state.
  • The pizza is made with a pre-made pizza crust, which makes it easy to make at home.
  • It is a great way to use up leftover ingredients from Mexican dishes.