Pizza Enchiladas With Ground Beef & Pepperoni Recipe
This Easy Pizza Enchiladas Recipe is the perfect 30-minute dinner for busy nights. It combines the best of two beloved comfort foods, wrapping seasoned ground beef and pepperoni in a soft tortilla with melty cheese and pizza sauce. For another quick and cheesy ground beef idea, try the Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef Melt Recipe. It’s a fun, family-friendly meal that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
PrintPizza Enchiladas With Ground Beef & Pepperoni
These Pizza Enchiladas combine the flavors of classic pizza with the convenience of enchiladas, featuring a filling of seasoned ground beef, pepperoni, and cheese, topped with pizza sauce and mozzarella.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 1x
- Method: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American/Mexican Fusion
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 3 ounces pepperoni, chopped
- 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
- 1/3 cup pizza sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/3 cup bacon, crumbled
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups pizza sauce (for topping)
- 2 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded (for topping)
- 3 ounces pepperoni slices (for topping)
- 1/4 cup bacon, crumbled (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a baking sheet.
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until no pink remains.
- Add diced onion, bell pepper, and chopped pepperoni to the skillet. Cook for 5–7 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Stir in chopped garlic and cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Remove skillet from heat and stir in 1/3 cup pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, ricotta cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, and 1/3 cup crumbled bacon until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture evenly onto each flour tortilla, then roll up tightly.
- Place rolled tortillas seam-side down on the greased baking sheet.
- Pour 2 cups pizza sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
- Top with 2 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella, pepperoni slices, and 1/4 cup crumbled bacon.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Use lean ground beef to reduce grease; substitute turkey pepperoni for a lighter option; cover enchiladas with foil if baking longer than 25 minutes to prevent over-browning.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of meat for these Pizza Enchiladas with Ground Beef?
Yes, you can easily substitute the ground beef. Ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based crumble all work well. The key is to season your chosen protein well to maintain the hearty, savory flavor central to Pizza Enchiladas with Ground Beef.
What is the best way to prevent the enchiladas from getting soggy?
Briefly fry your tortillas in hot oil before filling and rolling. This creates a slight barrier that helps them hold up to the sauce. Also, avoid over-saucing the bottom of the baking dish before adding your assembled Pizza Enchiladas with Ground Beef.
Can I prepare Pizza Enchiladas with Ground Beef ahead of time?
Absolutely. Assemble the enchiladas completely, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to one day before baking. You may need to add a few extra minutes to the baking time if you are starting with a cold dish from the refrigerator.
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