Microwave Southwestern Pita Pizza

Turn your snack time into a fiesta with this Microwave Southwestern Pita Pizza—a quick and flavorful twist on traditional pizza, perfect for busy weeknights or an energizing lunch. Made with a wholesome whole wheat pita as the base, this recipe is topped with zesty salsa, a gooey Mexican cheese blend, and hearty ingredients like tender chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and colorful bell peppers. Ready in just under 7 minutes, this easy-to-make microwave recipe combines Tex-Mex-inspired flavors with the convenience of minimal prep and cook time. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream for a vibrant, satisfying meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of quick microwave dinners, Southwestern cuisine, or single-serve meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:2 mins

Total Time:7 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 piece Whole wheat pita bread
• 3 tablespoons Salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
• 0.33 cup Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 0.25 cup Cooked chicken breast (diced or shredded)
• 2 tablespoons Black beans
• 2 tablespoons Sweet corn kernels (canned or thawed frozen)
• 2 tablespoons Diced bell peppers
• 1 teaspoon Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sour cream (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Place the pita bread on a microwave-safe plate.

Step 2

Spread the salsa evenly over the pita bread, leaving a small border around the edges to act as a crust.

Step 3

Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese blend evenly over the salsa layer.

Step 4

Top the cheese with the diced or shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and diced bell peppers, spreading them out evenly.

Step 5

Place the plate in the microwave and cook on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Step 6

Carefully remove the plate (it will be hot) and let the pita pizza cool for 1 minute.

Step 7

Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top for garnish, if desired. Add a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess, if preferred.

Step 8

Slice the pita pizza into wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	317.2 grams (317.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	653

Total Fat 31.60g	41%
Saturated Fat 16.40g	82%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 143mg	48%
Sodium 1218mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 48.00g	17%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 6.30g
Protein 47.20g	94%

Vitamin D 17IU	85%
Calcium 617mg	47%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 557mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 28.4%

Carbs: 28.9%