This quick Southwest-inspired pizza offers a vibrant twist on classic comfort food. Bright, tangy tomatillo salsa provides a fresh base, topped with tender chicken strips seasoned with warm chili powder. Crispy flour tortillas serve as the perfect vehicle for these bold flavors, while melted low-fat cheese ties everything together. The combination of fresh cilantro, lime juice, and jalape&# 195;±os delivers a zesty kick that balances the richness of the cheese. Ideal for a light dinner or a casual weeknight meal, this recipe is simple to assemble and cooks in minutes. ItâÂÂs a satisfying, flavorful dish that brings restaurant-quality taste to your home kitchen without the fuss.
Southwest Tomatillo Salsa Pizza
Description
This quick Southwest-inspired pizza offers a vibrant twist on classic comfort food. Bright, tangy tomatillo salsa provides a fresh base, topped with tender chicken strips seasoned with warm chili powder. Crispy flour tortillas serve as the perfect vehicle for these bold flavors, while melted low-fat cheese ties everything together. The combination of fresh cilantro, lime juice, and jalapeños delivers a zesty kick that balances the richness of the cheese. Ideal for a light dinner or a casual weeknight meal, this recipe is simple to assemble and cooks in minutes. It’s a satisfying, flavorful dish that brings restaurant-quality taste to your home kitchen without the fuss.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375ðF (191ðC).
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Place flour tortillas on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes or until lightly toasted.
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In a small bowl, combine chopped tomatillos, plum tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, hot pepper sauce, cumin, and salt. Mix well.
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Stir 1 cup of shredded mild cheddar cheese into the salsa mixture.
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Toss chicken strips with chili powder in a separate bowl until evenly coated.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat and spray with cooking spray.
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Cook chicken strips in the skillet until tender and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
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Spread 1/2 cup of the salsa and cheese mixture onto each toasted tortilla.
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Top each pizza with cooked chicken strips, red onion wedges, and 1/4 cup of the remaining shredded cheese.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 278.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.8g12%
- Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1563.0mg66%
- Total Carbohydrate 41.9g14%
- Dietary Fiber 4.0g16%
- Sugars 3.8g
- Protein 7.7g16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Use low-fat cheese to keep the calorie count down, or substitute with regular cheddar for a richer flavor.
For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add black beans or roasted corn for extra protein and texture.
Adjust the amount of jalapeños and hot sauce to control the heat level according to your preference.
Tomatillos can be slightly sticky; rinse them under cold water before chopping to remove the natural coating.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
