Description

Crispy Pizza Chips are a delightful and easy-to-make snack that combines the irresistible flavors of pizza with the satisfying crunch of chips. Made by baking tortilla chips topped with pizza sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and customizable toppings, this recipe offers a perfect treat for snack time, parties, or casual gatherings. Whether you prefer a classic pizza flavor or adventurous variations, these chips deliver a cheesy, flavorful bite every time.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chips

6 large corn or flour tortillas
1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce (preferably thick)

For the Toppings

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional toppings: sliced pepperoni, diced bell peppers, sliced olives or any preferred pizza toppings

For Seasoning

1 tsp Italian herbs (basil, oregano, or mixed Italian seasoning)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure the chips will bake evenly and achieve a perfect crisp texture.
Prepare Tortillas: Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut each tortilla into uniform triangles or squares for even baking and consistent crispiness.
Line Baking Sheet: Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and arrange the tortilla pieces in a single layer without overlapping.
Add Sauce: Spread a thin layer of pizza or marinara sauce on each tortilla piece. Be careful to use a light layer to avoid sogginess, which helps maintain the chips’ crispiness.
Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauced chips and add your choice of toppings like pepperoni or vegetables.
Season: Sprinkle Italian herbs, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes over the chips to enhance the flavor profile.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and edges of the chips turn golden brown.
Cool: Remove from the oven and let the pizza chips cool for a few minutes to firm up and achieve maximum crunch.
Optional Serving: Garnish with fresh herbs or serve with your favorite dipping sauces to elevate the snack experience.

Notes

Use corn tortillas for a traditional crunch, or flour tortillas for a softer bite.
Don’t overload the chips with sauce to keep them crispy.
Cut tortillas into uniform pieces to ensure even baking.
Make ahead: Prepare tortilla pieces and sauce spread up to 3 days before baking; add cheese and toppings just before baking for best results.
Store leftover chips at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days to maintain crunch.
Reheat chips in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes; avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.
Experiment with toppings but avoid overcrowding each chip to ensure even cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Crispy Pizza Chips, Pizza Chips Snack, Baked Pizza Chips, Easy Pizza Snacks, Homemade Pizza Chips, Tortilla Pizza Chips, Pizza Snack Recipe