Pin It A quick and crispy pizza made with a tortilla wrap as the base and customizable pantry toppings—perfect for a speedy, satisfying meal.
I first tried making tortilla pizza on a busy weeknight when I wanted something fast but fun. The results were so delicious and crunchy that it quickly became my go-to easy dinner.
Ingredients
- Base: 2 large flour tortillas (8–10 inch)
- Sauce: 1/2 cup (120 ml) tomato passata or canned tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Cheese: 3/4 cup (75 g) shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup (25 g) grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- Pantry Toppings (choose any combination): 1/4 cup (35 g) canned sliced black olives (drained), 1/4 cup (30 g) jarred roasted red peppers (sliced), 1/4 cup (30 g) artichoke hearts (drained and chopped), 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes (chopped), 1/4 cup (35 g) canned corn (drained), 1/4 cup (35 g) canned mushrooms (drained and sliced)
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Instructions
- Prep Oven or Skillet:
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) or set a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Prepare Tortilla Base:
- Place each tortilla on a baking sheet or oven-safe skillet.
- Mix Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix the tomato passata with olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread Sauce:
- Spread a thin layer of sauce over each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Add Cheese:
- Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Add Toppings:
- Top with your choice of pantry toppings.
- Bake or Cook:
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crisp and the cheese is melted. (Alternatively, cook in a skillet for 3–4 minutes per side, covered, until cheese is melted and base is crisp.)
- Slice and Serve:
- Remove from oven, let cool for 1 minute, then slice and serve immediately.
Pin It My family loves personalizing their pizzas with whatever toppings are on hand and making them together is always a fun kitchen moment for us.
Variations
Add drained canned tuna, cooked sausage, or pepperoni for a non-vegetarian twist. Swap tomato sauce for pesto if desired.
Serving Suggestions
Pair your tortilla pizza with a crisp green salad and a sprinkle of chili flakes if you like heat.
Make It Extra Crispy
Brush the tortilla lightly with olive oil before topping to get that crunch every time.
Pin It Try this tortilla pizza the next time dinner needs to be fast—it will make both stomachs and schedules happy!
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of tortilla works best?
Large flour tortillas (8–10 inch) offer the ideal base with a light, crispy texture once cooked.
- → Can I use other cheeses instead of mozzarella?
Yes, cheeses like cheddar or provolone provide different flavors but mozzarella offers the best melt and stretch.
- → How to make the base extra crispy?
Brushing the tortilla lightly with olive oil before adding toppings enhances crispiness during baking or skillet cooking.
- → What pantry toppings pair well together?
Combinations of olives, roasted red peppers, artichokes, and sun-dried tomatoes create a balanced mix of savory and tangy notes.
- → Is it possible to cook without an oven?
Yes, cooking the tortilla pizza in a covered skillet on medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side melts the cheese and crisps the base effectively.
