Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 tsp

active dry yeast

4 cup

all-purpose flour

0.33 cup

olive oil

1 tsp

kosher salt

0.5 cup

canola oil

for frying

4 unit

corn tortillas

sliced into thin strips

1 tbsp

olive oil

for oiling the baking sheet

0.5 cup

salsa

plus more for serving

1 bag

Chicken Taco Meat

partially thawed if frozen

1 cup

Cheddar cheese

grated sharp

1 cup

Monterey Jack cheese

grated

1 head

green leaf lettuce

sliced or thinly shredded

2 unit

tomatoes

diced

0.5 cup

fresh cilantro

leaves

0.25 cup

sour cream

3 tbsp

hot sauce

or more as needed

2 tbsp

olive oil

6 unit

chicken breasts

boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces

3 clove

garlic

minced

1 unit

onion

chopped

2 tbsp

chili powder

2 tsp

paprika

1 tbsp

cumin

1 tsp

salt

to taste

14 unit

tomato sauce

Step 1
~3 min

Mix yeast with warm water and let sit for 8-10 minutes.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine flour, olive oil, and salt in a bowl using an electric mixer.

Step 3
~3 min

Drizzle in yeast/water mixture and mix until combined.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Fry tortilla strips in batches until crisp, about 30-45 seconds per batch.

Step 7
~3 min

Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 8
~3 min

Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.

Step 9
~3 min

Oil a baking sheet.

Step 10
~3 min

Spread half of the pizza dough on the oiled baking sheet.

Step 11
~3 min

Spread a thin layer of salsa on the crust.

Step 12
~3 min

Spread chicken taco meat on top of the salsa.

Step 13
~3 min

Sprinkle Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the top.

Step 14
~3 min

Bake for about 25 minutes, watching for burning.

Step 15
~3 min

Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cilantro.

Step 16
~3 min

Mix sour cream and hot sauce in a bowl.

Step 17
~3 min

Drizzle the mixture over the pizza.

Step 18
~3 min

Sprinkle with tortilla strips.

Step 19
~3 min

Cut into squares and serve with more salsa.

Step 20
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 21
~3 min

Cook chicken in batches until browned, a couple of minutes per side.

Step 22
~3 min

Remove chicken to a plate.

Step 23
~3 min

Add garlic and onions to the skillet and cook briefly.

Step 24
~3 min

Add chili powder, paprika, cumin, and salt.

Step 25
~3 min

Pour in tomato sauce and water to create a broth.

Step 26
~3 min

Add the chicken back to the skillet.

Step 27
~3 min

Bring to a boil, then simmer until broth is reduced by half.

Step 28
~3 min

Let cool, divide among freezer bags, and freeze.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preference.

Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dough and taco meat can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of guacamole and sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Mexican and American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Party

Occasion Tags

Game day
Party
Casual dinner

Popularity Score

78/100

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