South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers Recipe

Spice up your pizza night with this fiery South American twist! A vibrant pizza topped with savory chorizo, fiery chili peppers, and creamy queso fresco. This easy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for a weeknight meal or a fun weekend experiment. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 21.8 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers

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How to Make South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers

  1. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one 12-inch pizza dough.
  3. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet.
  4. Spread 1/2 cup of pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
  5. Sprinkle 1 clove minced garlic over the sauce.
  6. Evenly distribute 1/2 cup of crumbled queso fresco over the garlic.
  7. Top with 1/2 cup cooked chorizo, 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions, and the remaining 1/2 cup queso fresco.
  8. Arrange 2-3 sliced jalapeños (or your preferred chili pepper) over the cheese.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. (Keep an eye on it, adjusting cooking time as needed).
  10. Garnish with 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers?

South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers takes about 42 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers?

South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers has approximately 21.8 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers?

The key ingredients for South American Pizza With Chorizo And Chili Peppers are Pizza Dough, Pizza Sauce, Fresh Garlic Cloves, Queso Fresco, Chorizo Sausage, Green Onions. See the full list with measurements above.

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