Pizza enchiladas 🍕
Easy weeknight dinner and kid approved for busy moms
🫶🏼Ingredients🫶🏼
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
3 oz pepperoni, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
⅓ cup pizza sauce
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese
⅓ cup crumbled bacon
8 large flour tortillas
Topping
2 cups pizza sauce
2 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
3 oz pepperoni slices
¼ cup crumbled bacon
❤️Instructions❤️
1. Preheat oven to 375F.
2. Drop the lean ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Crumble the ground beef well as it cooks.
4. Once the ground beef is fully browned, add the diced onions, bell peppers and chopped pepperoni to the skillet. Stir well and continue cooking until the veggies have softened.
5. Add the chopped garlic to the skillet. Stir well and continue cooking for 2 minutes.
6. Remove the skillet from the heat.Add the pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella and crumbled bacon to the skillet. Stir until all of the ingredients are well combined.
7. Lay out the flour tortillas and scoop some of the ground beef mixture down the center of each tortilla.
Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
8. Roll up the tortillas and place them on the baking sheet.
9. Pour the pizza sauce over the rolled up tortillas.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella on top and then sprinkle the pepperoni slices and crumbled bacon on top.
10. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the enchiladas until the cheese is fully melted and just starting to brown around the edges. 20 - 25 minutes.
SERVE AND ENJOYYYY 🥰
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If you're looking to add some variety to your weeknight dinners, pizza enchiladas offer a perfect fusion of two favorite comfort foods: pizza and enchiladas. This recipe blends classic pizza ingredients like pepperoni, mozzarella, and pizza sauce with the convenience and fun of enchiladas. Using lean ground beef combined with diced yellow onions and green bell peppers adds a wholesome touch with fresh textures and flavors. Italian seasoning and garlic bring aromatic depth, while ricotta cheese enriches the filling with a creamy consistency that complements the mozzarella and bacon. To make cleanup easier and ensure fuss-free preparation, use a non-stick baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Rolling the tortillas carefully helps keep the filling secure during baking. Once baked at 375°F for about 20 to 25 minutes, the cheese gets beautifully melted and slightly browned for a visually appealing finish. This dish is fantastic for kids due to its familiar pizza flavor, yet it sneaks in vegetables naturally. You can tweak the recipe to suit dietary preferences by swapping ground beef for turkey or chicken and adding extra veggies like mushrooms or spinach. For those who love a little spice, some crushed red pepper flakes can be incorporated into the sauce or filling. Serving these pizza enchiladas alongside a fresh salad or steamed vegetables can round out the meal with extra nutrients and color. Leftovers reheat well, making this recipe ideal for lunches or next-day dinners. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is designed for busy households who want tasty, kid-friendly meals on the table fast. Whether for a comforting weekend dinner or a quick weeknight option, pizza enchiladas are sure to become a family favorite.
