Description
These Blackstone Queso Mexican Pizzas are a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring mini naan breads topped with seasoned ground beef or turkey, taco sauce, Mexican blend cheese, and creamy queso con queso. Perfectly cooked on a griddle or stovetop, they make for a delightful fusion of Mexican and flatbread flavors, ideal for casual meals or entertaining.
Ingredients
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb. ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 packet low sodium taco seasoning
- Water (amount as directed on taco seasoning packet)
Pizza Base
- 8-12 mini naan breads (depending on size)
Toppings
- Taco sauce (to taste)
- Mexican blend cheese (to taste)
- 1 cup salsa con queso (jarred queso cheese)
- Crumbled queso fresco (optional)
- Chopped tomatoes (optional)
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: Preheat your Blackstone griddle or a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until mostly browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Add Seasoning: Sprinkle in the low sodium taco seasoning packet and pour in the recommended amount of water. Stir to combine and let the meat mixture simmer for a few minutes until fully cooked and flavors meld.
- Prepare Mini Naan Breads: On the low heat side of the griddle, place the mini naan breads to warm gently. Spread taco sauce evenly over each naan.
- Assemble Pizzas: Sprinkle a layer of Mexican blend cheese onto each naan, then top with a generous spoonful of the seasoned taco meat.
- Add Queso and Queso Fresco: Drizzle each mini pizza with salsa con queso and sprinkle with crumbled queso fresco if using. Reduce or turn off the heat under the naan to prevent burning.
- Remove and Add Final Toppings: Take the pizzas off the griddle and add any additional toppings such as chopped tomatoes and a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Alternate Stovetop Method: If using a skillet, cook the taco meat and season as above, drain excess fat. Place assembled naan breads with toppings on a baking sheet and heat in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes until cheese melts and naan is toasted, or broil briefly for quicker results.
Notes
- Mini naan breads can vary in size; adjust quantity to desired pizza size.
- Low sodium taco seasoning is recommended to control salt content.
- You can swap ground beef for ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Additional toppings like sliced jalapeños, avocado slices, or fresh cilantro can enhance flavor.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your equipment; watch the naan to avoid burning.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute seasoned beans for the ground meat and use vegetarian taco seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican Fusion
