Description
Easy Tortilla Pizzas with Pepperoni Chickpeas are crispy flour tortillas topped with marinara, melted cheese, and spiced roasted chickpeas that mimic pepperoni flavor, creating a quick and protein-packed pizza alternative.
Ingredients
1 (14-oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp minced onion
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, plus more for serving
1/4 tsp dried oregano
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
2 burrito-size flour tortillas
1 cup marinara sauce
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese (or Italian blend/provolone)
Finely grated Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
Chopped fresh basil or parsley, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Pat chickpeas dry and remove excess skins. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Mix smoked paprika, minced onion, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper; sprinkle over chickpeas and toss to coat.
- Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chickpeas, tossing occasionally, about 5 minutes until crispy. Remove from heat.
- Spray a baking sheet with olive oil spray. Place tortillas on sheet and lightly spray with olive oil.
- Spread 1/2 cup marinara on each tortilla, leaving 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle with mozzarella and top with crispy chickpeas.
- Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and cheese melted.
- Remove, sprinkle with Parmesan, extra red pepper flakes, and fresh herbs. Slice and serve.
Notes
- Use plant-based cheese and skip Parmesan for vegan option.
- Add sautéed peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for extra veggies.
- Try pesto or barbecue sauce instead of marinara.
- Mix different cheeses like provolone or cheddar for richness.
- Make mini pizzas with small tortillas for appetizers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
