Description
Pizza Enchiladas Cheesy Comfort is a delightful fusion of flavors that combines the cheesy goodness of pizza with the satisfying heartiness of enchiladas. Each bite features warm tortillas filled with savory ingredients and topped with a melty layer of cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make dish is sure to become a new favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken or ground beef
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- Optional toppings: sour cream and fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat; sauté onions and bell peppers until softened.
- Add cooked protein and pizza sauce, stirring to combine. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Fill each tortilla with the mixture, sprinkle cheese on top, and roll tightly.
- Place rolled tortillas seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Top with remaining sauce and cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with sour cream and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Experiment with different proteins like turkey or plant-based options. For added spice, include sliced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes. Allow enchiladas to rest for a few minutes before slicing to maintain shape.