Description
Pizzadillas are a delicious fusion of pizza and quesadilla, combining the gooey melted cheeses, savory pepperoni, and flavorful Italian seasonings between crispy golden tortillas. This easy recipe uses an oven-safe skillet and broiler to create a crispy, cheesy treat perfect for a quick lunch or snack.
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
- Preheat and heat skillet: Heat the broiler on high. Place a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add the extra-virgin olive oil, allowing it to heat up evenly.
- Assemble bottom layer: Place one tortilla in the skillet. Spread half of the pizza sauce evenly over the tortilla, then scatter the minced garlic on top. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, sliced pepperoni, and Italian seasoning evenly.
- Cook initial layer: Top with the second tortilla. Cook until the cheese inside starts to melt and the bottom tortilla is golden brown.
- Flip the pizzadilla: When ready to flip, cover the skillet with a large plate and carefully invert the skillet to transfer the pizzadilla onto the plate. Then slide the pizzadilla back into the skillet, cooked-side up.
- Add remaining toppings: Spread the remaining pizza sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning evenly over the top tortilla.
- Broil to finish: Place the skillet under the broiler and broil for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly and the pepperoni crisps up.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before slicing and serving immediately.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to safely transfer from stovetop to broiler.
- For extra crispiness, you can brush the tortillas lightly with olive oil before cooking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers if desired.
- Watch the broiler closely to avoid burning the cheese or tortillas.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet or oven to retain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizzadilla
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
