Crispy Pizza Chips Recipe

Introduction

Crispy pizza chips are a fun and easy snack that combines the flavors of your favorite pizza in a crunchy, bite-sized form. Perfect for parties or a quick treat, these chips are simple to make and customizable with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

• 4 Corn or Flour Tortillas
• 1 cup Pizza Sauce or Marinara Sauce
• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• 1 cup Toppings (e.g., turkey pepperoni, bell peppers, olives)
• 1 teaspoon Italian Herbs
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step 2: Arrange the tortillas on a baking sheet and cut each into triangles for easy snacking.
3. Step 3: Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over each tortilla triangle, then sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
4. Step 4: Add your desired toppings over the cheese, then sprinkle with Italian herbs, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes.
5. Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
6. Step 6: Allow the pizza chips to cool slightly before serving to let them crisp up fully.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispiness, lightly brush the tortilla triangles with olive oil before adding toppings.
• Try different cheeses like cheddar or a blend for varied flavors.
• Experiment with toppings such as mushrooms, jalapeños, or fresh basil to customize your chips.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce or omit the crushed red pepper flakes.

Storage

Store any leftover pizza chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to keep them crisp. Reheat briefly in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes to restore crispness before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas?

Yes! Whole wheat or gluten-free tortillas work great and offer a nutritious twist or accommodate dietary needs.

What are the best toppings to use for pizza chips?

Choose toppings that cook quickly and aren’t too watery, such as pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, and mushrooms. Avoid heavy or raw vegetables that release moisture, which can make the chips soggy.

Crispy Pizza Chips Recipe

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Crispy Pizza Chips are a delightful and easy-to-make snack perfect for pizza lovers. Made by baking tortilla triangles topped with pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, and your favorite toppings, these chips offer a crispy, flavorful bite that’s great for parties, movie nights, or whenever you want a cheesy, crunchy treat.

• Author: Sienna
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4 as a snack 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients

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Base

• 4 Corn or Flour Tortillas

Sauce

• 1 cup Pizza Sauce or Marinara Sauce

Cheese

• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Toppings

• 1 cup Toppings (e.g., turkey pepperoni, bell peppers, olives)

Seasoning

• 1 teaspoon Italian Herbs
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the pizza chips.
2. Prepare Tortillas: Arrange the tortillas flat on a baking sheet and cut each tortilla into triangles to create individual chip-sized pieces.
3. Add Sauce and Cheese: Spread a thin, even layer of pizza sauce over each tortilla triangle, then generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
4. Add Toppings and Seasoning: Distribute your chosen toppings evenly over the cheese, then sprinkle the Italian herbs, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes for added flavor.
5. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the tortilla chips for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
6. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the pizza chips cool slightly before serving to allow them to crisp up even more and to avoid burns.

Notes

• Feel free to customize toppings with your favorites such as mushrooms, olives, or different types of pepperoni.
• Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
• For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet.
• Serve with additional pizza or marinara sauce for dipping.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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