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Pizza Enchiladas Recipe

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These Pizza Enchiladas combine the best of pizza flavors with the comforting, handheld convenience of enchiladas. Ground beef, pepperoni, bacon, and a blend of mozzarella and ricotta cheeses are wrapped in flour tortillas, topped with rich pizza sauce, and baked to bubbly, golden perfection. Perfect for a family dinner or game day treat, they offer a fun twist on traditional enchiladas with all the beloved pizza toppings.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
  • 3 oz pepperoni, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
  • 3 oz pepperoni slices (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled bacon
  • 1/3 cup crumbled bacon (for filling)

Cheeses

  • 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese

Other

  • 2 cups pizza sauce (divided: 1 2/3 cups for sauce and topping)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 8 large flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the enchiladas.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: Place the lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble it thoroughly as it cooks to ensure even browning.
  3. Add Vegetables and Pepperoni: Once the beef is fully browned, add the diced onions, bell peppers, and chopped pepperoni. Stir well and cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add Garlic: Stir in the chopped garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant. Then remove the skillet from heat.
  5. Combine Filling Ingredients: Into the skillet, add 1/3 cup of pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, ricotta cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, and 1/3 cup crumbled bacon. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to create the enchilada filling.
  6. Assemble Enchiladas: Lay out the flour tortillas flat. Spoon an ample amount of the beef and cheese mixture down the center of each tortilla.
  7. Roll Tortillas: Carefully roll up each tortilla tightly around the filling and place seam side down on a baking sheet lined with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  8. Add Sauce and Toppings: Pour the remaining 1 2/3 cups of pizza sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Then sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and crumbled bacon over the top for that classic pizza flavor.
  9. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and just starting to brown at the edges.
  10. Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious pizza-inspired enchiladas!

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and make the dish lighter.
  • Feel free to customize the vegetables by adding mushrooms or olives for more variety.
  • For a spicier twist, add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the filling.
  • Flour tortillas are recommended for softness; corn tortillas may tear during rolling.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas.

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