Savory Chicken and Black Bean Tostizza Bites
Indulge in these Savory Chicken and Black Bean Tostizza Bites, a delightful fusion of pizza and tostada inspired by Karen Durrett's original creation from the 1994 Pillsbury Bake-Off. Each mini pizza is a crispy, flaky biscuit topped with tender diced chicken, hearty black beans, zesty salsa, and seasoned to perfection. Finished with colorful green onions, crisp bell peppers, and gooey cheddar cheese, these tostizzas are perfect for lunch or as a crowd-pleasing snack. Elevate your meal by garnishing with creamy sour cream and zesty guacamole!
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Servings
560
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk flaky biscuits
1 (16 1/3 ounces, separated into 8 biscuits)
Diced cooked chicken
1 (cup)
Progresso black beans
1 (cup, drained (from 15- or 19-ounce can))
Old El Paso thick 'n chunky salsa
1/2 (cup)
Old El Paso taco seasoning mix
2 (tablespoons (from 1.25-ounce pkg.))
Green onions
2 (chopped)
Bell pepper
1/2 (cup, sliced into strips (1 inch long))
Shredded cheddar cheese
6 (ounces)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Carefully separate the dough into 8 individual biscuits.
3
On a baking sheet (ungreased), press or roll each biscuit into a round shape, about 5 1/2 inches in diameter.
4
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, drained black beans, thick 'n chunky salsa, and taco seasoning mix. Stir the mixture until evenly combined.
5
Spread the chicken and black bean mixture evenly over each biscuit, leaving about a 1/4-inch border around the edges.
6
Top each tostizza with a sprinkle of chopped green onions, bell pepper strips, and a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese.
7
Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 24 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted. Remember to rotate the sheets halfway through the baking time for even cooking.
8
Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. If desired, garnish with sour cream and guacamole before serving.
Nutrition Information
22g
Fat
72g
Carbs
21g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Chicken and Black Bean Tostizza Bites?
They are a delightful fusion of pizza and tostada, featuring flaky biscuit bases topped with chicken, beans, salsa, and cheese.
What was the inspiration for this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by Karen Durrett's original creation from the 1994 Pillsbury Bake-Off.
What type of dough is used for the base?
The recipe uses Pillsbury Grands refrigerated buttermilk flaky biscuits.
How many tostizzas does this recipe make?
The recipe makes 8 individual tostizza bites.
What size should the biscuit rounds be?
Each biscuit should be pressed or rolled into a round shape about 5 1/2 inches in diameter.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
No, you should use an ungreased baking sheet for this recipe.
What ingredients are in the chicken and bean mixture?
The mixture consists of diced cooked chicken, drained black beans, thick 'n chunky salsa, and taco seasoning mix.
How much taco seasoning is required?
You will need 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning mix.
What kind of salsa is recommended?
The recipe calls for half a cup of thick 'n chunky salsa.
How much chicken is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of diced cooked chicken.
How should the bell peppers be prepared?
The bell peppers should be sliced into strips about 1 inch long.
What type of cheese is used for the topping?
The recipe uses 6 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese.
How much space should be left at the edge of the biscuit?
You should leave about a 1/4-inch border around the edges when spreading the toppings.
What additional toppings are added before baking?
Chopped green onions, bell pepper strips, and shredded cheddar cheese are added before putting them in the oven.
How long do the Tostizza Bites bake?
They bake for 20 to 24 minutes.
How can I ensure the tostizzas cook evenly?
Remember to rotate the baking sheets halfway through the baking time.
How do I know when the tostizzas are done?
They are done when the biscuits are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
What are the suggested garnishes after baking?
You can garnish the tostizzas with sour cream and guacamole.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 560 calories.
What is the fat content of this dish?
The dish contains 22g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in the Savory Chicken and Black Bean Tostizza Bites?
There are 21g of protein per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count?
There are 72g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is the chicken cooked before adding it to the biscuit?
Yes, the recipe calls for diced cooked chicken.
Can these be served as a snack?
Yes, they are described as a crowd-pleasing snack or a lunch option.
How many green onions are needed?
The recipe calls for 2 chopped green onions.
What type of black beans should be used?
Use 1 cup of drained black beans, typically from a 15- or 19-ounce can.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe.
What is the texture of the finished product?
The finished product features a crispy, flaky biscuit base with gooey cheese and hearty toppings.
Should the tostizzas be served immediately?
It is recommended to let them cool slightly before serving.