Quick Jalapeno Popper Flatbread Pizza Recipe

Introduction

This Quick Jalapeno Popper Flatbread Pizza combines smoky bacon, spicy jalapenos, and creamy cheese spread on a crispy crust. It’s a flavorful twist on a classic favorite that’s easy to make and perfect for any pizza night.

Ingredients

• 8 slices bacon, chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 3/4 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• One 8-ounce package of reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• One 16-inch pre-made pizza dough
• 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 4 jalapenos, thinly sliced into rings
• 1 tablespoon parsley flakes

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Cook the chopped bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels, reserving the drippings in the skillet.
2. Step 2: In the skillet with bacon drippings, sauté the diced onions until translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes more. Season with cumin, oregano, and black pepper.
3. Step 3: Stir the cubed cream cheese and sour cream into the onion and garlic mixture. Cook and stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and spreadable.
4. Step 4: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the 16-inch pizza dough. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the spread. Top with cooked bacon pieces and jalapeno rings, then sprinkle parsley flakes over the pizza.
5. Step 5: Bake the assembled pizza in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, until the crust is firm and crispy and the cheese is bubbly and browned. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a milder pizza, remove jalapeno seeds before slicing to reduce heat.
• Try adding diced tomatoes or green onions for extra freshness and flavor.
• Use fresh herbs like cilantro or basil instead of parsley for a different herbal note.

Storage

Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness, or microwave briefly for a quicker option.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh pizza dough instead of pre-made dough?

Yes, fresh dough works great and can add a homemade touch. Just roll it out to about 16 inches before adding toppings.

How do I make this pizza less spicy?

To reduce the heat, you can remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapenos before slicing. Alternatively, use milder peppers or reduce the amount of jalapenos.

Quick Jalapeno Popper Flatbread Pizza Recipe

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This Quick Jalapeno Popper Flatbread Pizza combines a crispy pre-made pizza dough base with a creamy mixture of reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream, sautéed onions and garlic, smoky bacon, spicy jalapeno rings, and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Baked to perfection with a golden, bubbly cheese topping and garnished with parsley flakes, this pizza offers a flavorful and speedy twist on classic jalapeno poppers.

• Author: Elias
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Meat

• 8 slices bacon, chopped into 1-inch pieces

Vegetables & Aromatics

• 3/4 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 jalapenos, thinly sliced into rings

Spices & Herbs

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon parsley flakes

Dairy

• One 8-ounce package of reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Other

• One 16-inch pre-made pizza dough

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven and Cook the Bacon: Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). While the oven is heating, place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally until it is evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels, reserving the drippings in the skillet.
2. Sauté the Onions and Garlic: Using the bacon drippings in the skillet, sauté the diced onions until translucent, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté until golden, about 2 to 3 minutes. Season the mixture with cumin, oregano, and black pepper to taste.
3. Prepare the Cream Cheese Spread: Add the cubed cream cheese and sour cream to the onion and garlic mixture in the skillet. Stir continuously over low heat until the mixture is smooth and spreadable, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
4. Assemble the Pizza: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the entire surface of the pre-made pizza dough. Sprinkle the grated mozzarella and reduced-fat cheddar cheeses on top. Evenly distribute the cooked bacon pieces and jalapeno rings over the cheese layer. Finish by sprinkling parsley flakes across the pizza for added freshness.
5. Bake the Pizza: Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes. The pizza is done when the crust is firm and crispy, and the cheese is browned and bubbly. Remove from oven and allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving warm.

Notes

• Adjust the amount of jalapenos based on your spice preference.
• For extra crispiness, prebake the pizza dough for 5–7 minutes before assembling.
• Use reduced-fat dairy to make the pizza lighter but still creamy and flavorful.
• Leftover pizza can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture.
• Fresh parsley can be used instead of dried parsley flakes for a brighter flavor.

Keywords: Jalapeno Popper Pizza, Flatbread Pizza, Bacon Pizza, Spicy Pizza, Quick Pizza Recipe