Description
Pizzadillas are a delicious fusion of pizza and quesadilla, featuring layers of melty mozzarella, tangy pizza sauce, pepperoni, and a crispy tortilla crust. This simple recipe uses a skillet and broiler to achieve the perfect golden, cheesy finish, making it an easy and satisfying snack or meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 medium flour tortillas
- 1/3 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1/3 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 tsp. Italian seasoning
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat skillet and prepare base: Heat the broiler. In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add one tortilla to the skillet and spread about half of the pizza sauce evenly on top. Scatter the minced garlic over the sauce, then sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella, freshly grated Parmesan, pepperoni slices, and Italian seasoning.
- Assemble and cook first side: Top with the second tortilla and cook until the cheese inside is melty and the bottom tortilla is golden brown.
- Flip carefully: When ready to flip, cover the skillet with a large plate and invert the skillet so the quesadilla transfers onto the plate. Then slide the quesadilla back into the skillet, cooked-side up. Spread the remaining pizza sauce on top, then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning.
- Broil to finish: Place the skillet under the broiler and broil for about 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the pepperoni is crispy.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the broiler, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to easily transfer from stovetop to broiler safely.
- For a crispier crust, press down gently with a spatula while cooking the bottom tortilla.
- You can substitute pepperoni with other toppings like cooked sausage, mushrooms, or veggies.
- If you prefer a spicier pizzadilla, add red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.
- Serve with extra pizza sauce or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizzadilla
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
