How to Make Mexican Deep-Dish Pizza - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mexican Deep-Dish Pizza is a delicious and hearty meal that combines the best of two worlds: Italian-style pizza and the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine. This fusion dish is a perfect option for those who love both Italian and Mexican food and want to try something new and exciting.

What sets Mexican Deep-Dish Pizza apart from traditional pizzas is its thick, deep-dish crust that is loaded with flavorful toppings and a generous amount of gooey, melted cheese. The crust is made from a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans (refritos)
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced, or more to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • ½ pound ground beef
  • ½ pound Mexican chorizo, crumbled
  • 1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder, divided
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
  • 3 (10 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • ¼ cup salsa (Optional)
  • ¼ cup guacamole (Optional)
  • ¼ cup sour cream (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 12 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 3-inch deep cast iron skillet.
  • Heat refried beans in a small pot until warmed through, about 5 minutes. Stir in pepper, paprika, and salt. Remove from heat.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and onion; cook and stir until soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Combine ground beef and chorizo in the skillet; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Carefully drain excess grease. Stir in chipotle peppers with sauce, 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon cumin. Simmer until flavors combine, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Place 1 tortilla in the bottom of the prepared skillet. Layer some of the refried beans, bell pepper mixture, ground beef mixture, 1/3 cup Cheddar cheese, and 1/3 cup Monterey Jack cheese on top. Repeat layers twice more, ending with remaining Cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese starts to brown, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool before slicing, 2 to 5 minutes. Garnish with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
  • Nutrition

    507 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 81mg
    • Sodium: 1079mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 312mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 563mg