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Southwest Tomatillo Salsa Pizza

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 278.0
Dietary: Vegan
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
  • flour tortillas
  • tomatillos, chopped
  • plum tomatoes, chopped
  • jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
  • cilantro, minced
  • lime juice
  • garlic, minced
  • hot pepper sauce
  • ground cumin
  • salt
  • low-fat cheese
  • small chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless, cut into thin strips
  • chili powder
  • thin red onion wedges
  • mild cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C).
  2. 2
    Place flour tortillas on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes or until lightly toasted.
  3. 3
    In a small bowl, combine chopped tomatillos, plum tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, hot pepper sauce, cumin, and salt. Mix well.
  4. 4
    Stir 1 cup of shredded mild cheddar cheese into the salsa mixture.
  5. 5
    Toss chicken strips with chili powder in a separate bowl until evenly coated.
  6. 6
    Heat a skillet over medium heat and spray with cooking spray.
  7. 7
    Cook chicken strips in the skillet until tender and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  8. 8
    Spread 1/2 cup of the salsa and cheese mixture onto each toasted tortilla.
  9. 9
    Top each pizza with cooked chicken strips, red onion wedges, and 1/4 cup of the remaining shredded cheese.
  10. 10
    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 cups

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.

Keywords: southwest, tomatillo, salsa, pizza, tortilla, chicken, jalapeno, cilantro, lime, cheese, quick dinner, easy recipe, healthy, low fat, spicy, vegetarian option, weeknight meal, american cuisine, grilled chicken, fresh salsa
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