Best 7 Deep Dish Mexican Cornbread Pizza Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful fusion of Mexican flavors and the comforting goodness of cornbread in this deep-dish Mexican cornbread pizza. This unique dish combines the best of both worlds, offering a crispy cornbread crust topped with a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and a blend of Mexican spices. Drizzled with a creamy sour cream sauce and sprinkled with a vibrant medley of shredded cheese, this pizza is a fiesta of flavors that will satisfy any craving. Alongside the main recipe, you'll find a collection of complementary recipes to elevate your culinary experience. Discover the secrets to making the perfect cornbread crust from scratch, ensuring a golden-brown exterior and a moist, tender interior. Experiment with a variety of fillings, from a classic chili con carne to a vegetarian fiesta of roasted vegetables, to cater to different tastes and dietary preferences. Explore the art of crafting a smooth and flavorful sour cream sauce, adding a touch of tanginess and richness to the dish. And finally, learn how to make a quick and easy guacamole that perfectly complements the Mexican flavors of the pizza.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN MEAT-ZZA: MEXICAN DEEP-DISH PAN PIZZA



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings, 2 slices each of Mexican deep dish pizza pie

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 boxes corn muffin mix, 8 1/2 ounces each (recommended: Jiffy)
2 eggs
4 tablespoons melted butter
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup frozen corn kernels
Extra-virgin olive oil or, vegetable oil, for drizzling
2 tablespoons extra-virgin or vegetable oil, 2 turns of the pan
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons cayenne sauce
Salt
2 1/2 cups (10-ounce sack from dairy aisle) shredded Cheddar or jack cheese
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1 small can, 2 1/4 ounces sliced chillies or jalapenos, drained
2 scallions, chopped
2 small vine ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons drained sliced green olives (salad olives)
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves, optional garnish
Mild to medium taco sauce to pass at table, 1 cup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Mix together 2 packages muffin mix with 2 eggs, 4 tablespoons melted butter (melt in microwave 30 seconds), 1 1/2 cups milk and frozen corn kernels. Wipe a nonstick skillet with a little extra or vegetable oil and pour in the muffin mix. Use a large skillet, 10 to 12 inch. Choose a pan with oven safe handle or, double-wrap handle with foil to protect it in the oven. Place pan in oven and bake 12 to 15 minutes in center of the oven until light golden in color.
  • Brown the meat over medium high heat in a second skillet in extra or vegetable oil, 2 turns of the pan. Add onions and spices and cook meat 5 minutes more.
  • Remove cornbread from oven and top with meat, cheese, and veggies. Add pan back to oven and cook 5 minutes more to melt cheese. Garnish with cilantro, optional. Cut into 8 wedges and serve the deep dish pan pizza from the skillet. Pass taco sauce at the table to sprinkle on top.

MEXICAN CORNBREAD PIZZA



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The combination of sweet cornbread and spicy taco flavors really livens up this meal. Using ground turkey instead of beef cuts the fat and makes a delicious dinner guilt-free. -Christy West, Greenfield, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
3/4 pound extra-lean ground turkey
1 small onion, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium taco seasoning
1/2 cup water
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 small tomato, chopped
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
2 green onions, chopped
6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cornbread mix, milk and egg. Stir in corn just until blended. Spread evenly into a 10-in. ovenproof skillet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 14-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the turkey, onion, red pepper and jalapenos over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. , Spoon turkey mixture over cornbread; sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with tomato, olives and green onions. Cut into six wedges; top each with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 793mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TACO SKILLET PIZZA WITH CORNBREAD CRUST



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Our family loves taco pizza, and I have made so many versions of it. This recipe is like a deep-dish skillet pizza. It's a hearty meal and can be served straight out of the pan. - Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup refried beans
1/3 cup salsa
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 package (6 ounces) Mexican-style cornbread/muffin mix
1/3 cup tortilla chips, crushed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
TOPPINGS: Torn romaine, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, chopped onion, chopped cilantro and fried tortilla strips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a small bowl. Stir in beans, salsa and taco seasoning; keep warm. Wipe skillet clean., Prepare cornbread mix according to package directions; stir in crushed tortilla chips. Pour into skillet. Bake until set, 12-15 minutes. Spread ground beef mixture over cornbread to within 1-in. of edges; sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and crust is golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Serve with toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1052mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

MEXICAN DIP PIZZA WITH CORNBREAD CRUST



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This recipe combines our love of pizza and Mexican food. I basically adapted a layered dip recipe and re-created it in pizza form. It has become a favorite for any busy day...and it's meatless, too.-Gail Eltgroth, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tube (11-1/2 ounces) refrigerated corn bread twists
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Chopped tomatoes, salsa and sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Unroll the bread twists and press onto a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Bake at 375° for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Combine refried beans and chilies; spread over crust to within 1/2 in. of edge. Top with cheese and olives., Bake 5-8 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Cut into wedges. Serve with tomatoes, salsa and green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 1058mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

BARBECUE CORNBREAD PIZZA



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Cornbread acts as the dough in this delicious pizza rendition. Top with lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, etc.

Provided by Eric

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
1 (8.5 ounce) package cornbread mix (such as Jiffy®)
1 egg
⅓ cup milk
1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
⅓ cup water
½ (1 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
¼ cup barbecue sauce
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine cornbread mix, egg, and milk in a bowl. Stir until moistened. Pour into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until just set, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • While cornbread is baking, cook and stir chicken in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in water and taco seasoning. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Remove cornbread from the oven and carefully spread barbecue sauce over the soft surface. Gently lay the chicken over the barbecue sauce. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the chicken.
  • Continue baking until melted and browned, about 15 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes. Cut into individual pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 64.3 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 636.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

MEXICAN DEEP DISH PIZZA- CORNBREAD CRUST



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Mexican pizza from Rachael Ray. We had this tonight and loved it. I think we will have this quite often.

Provided by ruthbomer

Categories     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 (8 1/2 ounce) boxes corn muffin mix (Jiffy)
2 eggs
4 tablespoons butter (melted)
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup frozen corn
extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper sauce
2 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese
1/2 red bell pepper
2 tablespoons green olives, sliced
1 cup salsa
2 tomatoes, chopped and seeded
2 scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix together 2 packages muffin mix with 2 eggs, 4 T melted butter 1 1/2 cup milk and corn. Wipe non stick skillet with a little olived oil and pour in muffin mix. (I used 9 by 13 pan) Place pan in oven and bake at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until browned. While the cornbread is cooking brown the beef in a little olive oil. Add onions and spices and cook meat for 5 minutes longer. Remove cornbread from oven and top with meat, cheese and veggies. Add pan back to oven and cook 5 more minutes or till cheese is melted. Cut and serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1362, Fat 79, SaturatedFat 35.2, Cholesterol 291.5, Sodium 2465.7, Carbohydrate 108.6, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 30.4, Protein 56.8

MEXICAN CORNBREAD PIZZA



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The combination of the sweet cornbread and spicy taco seasoning make this taste too good for words. It's healthy (using reduced fat ingredients and ground turkey) and easy to make.

Provided by kitchenwitch7

Categories     Poultry

Time 45m

Yield 6 wedges, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (8 ounce) package cornbread-muffin mix
1/3 cup nonfat milk
1 egg, beaten
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
3/4 lb ground turkey
1 small onion, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup water
1 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 small tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
2 green onions, chopped
6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the corn bread mix, milk and egg. Stir in corn just until blended. Spread evenly into a 8X8 or 9X9 pan. Bake at 400°F for 14-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the turkey, onion, red pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
  • Spoon turkey mixture over corn bread; sprinkle with cheese. Bake for 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with tomato, olives and green onions. Cut into six wedges; top each with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.8, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 87, Sodium 550.4, Carbohydrate 36.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 10, Protein 15.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe corn. This will give your cornbread pizza the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cornbread tough.
  • Add your favorite Mexican toppings. Some popular choices include cheese, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.
  • Be creative! You can use any type of cornbread recipe you like, and you can top it with whatever you want. Have fun and enjoy the process!

Conclusion:

Deep dish Mexican cornbread pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover cornbread, and it is also a fun and creative way to serve Mexican food. With its crispy crust, flavorful cornbread base, and cheesy, spicy toppings, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy cornbread, give this deep dish Mexican cornbread pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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