Tortilla Crusted Pepperoni Pizza
A crisp tortilla base layered with rich pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, and savory pepperoni creates this quick and easy tortilla crusted pepperoni pizza in just 25 minutes.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 Flour tortilla
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Pizza sauce
- 3 ounces Pepperoni slices
- ¼ to ½ cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Prepare the skillet
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil, ensuring the base of the pan is lightly coated.
Form the base
- Place one flour tortilla in the skillet. Evenly spread the pizza sauce across the entire surface of the tortilla.
First layer of cheese
- Sprinkle a light layer of shredded mozzarella over the sauce. This helps anchor the toppings.
Add pepperoni
- Arrange the pepperoni slices across the layer of cheese, distributing them evenly.
Second layer of cheese
- Add an additional light sprinkle of shredded mozzarella on top of the pepperoni.
Melt the cheese
- Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the pizza to cook for approximately 2 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted.
Transfer to plate
- Carefully remove the lid and tilt the skillet to slide the pizza onto a serving plate.
Slice and serve
- Use a pizza cutter to divide into slices. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
To prepare a gluten-free version of this recipe, substitute the flour tortilla with a certified gluten-free tortilla. Ensure the pizza sauce and pepperoni used are also labeled gluten-free, as some processed varieties may contain gluten additives.