Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Crispy Oven-Baked Birria Pizza Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4.1 from 89 reviews
  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Total Time: 29 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Crispy Oven-Baked Birria Pizza combines the rich, savory flavors of traditional Mexican birria with the comforting appeal of a cheesy, crispy pizza crust. Featuring tender shredded birria meat, melty mozzarella and Oaxaca cheeses, and vibrant toppings like red onion, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro, this fusion dish is perfect for a flavorful main course that’s easy to prepare. Baked to golden perfection, it’s a delicious way to enjoy birria in a new and exciting form.

Ingredients

Birria Meat & Consommé

  • 1 pound cooked birria meat (shredded beef or lamb)
  • 1/2 cup birria consommé (strained)

Pizza Base

  • 1 large pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Cheese & Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat thoroughly, ensuring a crispy crust.
  2. Prepare the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the rolled dough onto a sheet of parchment paper to make handling easier.
  3. Season the dough: Brush the pizza dough surface lightly with olive oil. Spoon about 1/4 cup of birria consommé over the dough and spread it gently to coat.
  4. Add spices and cheese: Sprinkle garlic powder and chili powder evenly over the consommé-coated dough. Distribute the shredded mozzarella and Oaxaca cheeses evenly over the surface.
  5. Layer meat and toppings: Spread the shredded birria meat over the cheese layer. Top with diced red onions and jalapeños if using.
  6. Bake the pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza with parchment paper onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until the crust is golden and crispy and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Finishing touches: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and drizzle with remaining consommé or serve consommé on the side for dipping.
  8. Serve: Slice the pizza and serve warm with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, baking on a preheated pizza stone or cast iron pan is recommended.
  • Leftover birria or store-bought birria meat works well for this recipe.
  • You can substitute the birria meat with quesabirria or goat meat for a different flavor profile.
  • Use gluten-free pizza dough if you need a gluten-free version.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/crispy-oven-baked-birria-pizza-recipe/