Are you ready to take your pizza night to the next level? Look no further than this loaded Mexican pizza recipe from CookingBot. With a zesty blend of flavors and a satisfying array of toppings, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Here’s a handy shopping list and step-by-step instructions to get you started:
Shopping List:
- Pizza crust or pre-made pizza dough
- Refried beans
- Ground beef or chicken (or a vegetarian substitute if preferred)
- Mexican blend shredded cheese
- Jalapenos (fresh or pickled, depending on spice preference)
- Red onion
- Tomatoes
- Avocado
- Taco seasoning mix (or a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder)
- Sour cream
- Salsa or hot sauce (optional for extra kick)
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven according to the pizza crust or dough instructions.
- If using ground meat, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning mix (or your homemade blend) to the cooked meat according to the package instructions, along with a little water if needed. Cook for an additional few minutes, stirring well to evenly coat the meat.
- Spread a layer of refried beans onto the pizza crust or dough as the base.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of the Mexican blend shredded cheese over the beans.
- Top with the cooked meat, evenly distributing it across the pizza.
- Add sliced jalapenos, red onion, and tomatoes as desired.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven according to the crust or dough instructions, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- While the pizza is baking, dice the avocado and prepare any other desired toppings.
- Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with diced avocado and any other desired toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, hot sauce, and fresh cilantro.
- Slice the loaded Mexican pizza and serve it warm.
Whether it’s a fun family dinner or a gathering with friends, this loaded Mexican pizza is a crowd-pleaser. Feel free to customize the toppings to suit your taste. It’s a delicious twist on a classic favorite that you’ll want to make again and again.
We hope this recipe adds a flavorful kick to your pizza nights. If you have any questions or need further culinary inspiration, don’t hesitate to reach out. Happy cooking!
