Taco Pizza

Load up all of your favorite Southwestern toppings on this easy Taco Pizza! This fun, customizable dinner idea is sure to be a hit, even with picky eaters.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Keyword: dinner ideas, homemade mexican pizza, mexican pizza

Servings:

Calories: 698kcal

Author: Katerina | Easy Weeknight Recipes

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pre-baked 12-inch pizza crust
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
1 pound ground beef
½ cup water
1 packet taco seasoning
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
½ cup tomato salsa
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
¼ cup sliced black olives
hot sauce, optional

Optional Toppings

fresh diced tomatoes
chopped red bell pepper
sliced green onions
shredded lettuce

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425˚F.
Transfer the ground beef and onions to a large skillet and cook over medium heat until beef is browned; about 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the water and taco seasoning. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a mixing bowl combine refried beans and tomato salsa; mix and stir until well combined.
Spread the refried beans mixture over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
Spread the ground beef mixture over the refried beans.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and crushed tortilla chips over the pizza.
Add the black olives and sprinkle with hot sauce, if using.
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the pizza from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, sliced green onions and shredded lettuce.
Cut and serve.

Notes

Pizza Crust: To make things easier and quicker, I almost always use refrigerated pizza dough and roll it out. For this recipe, you can use your favorite pre-baked pizza crust or grab some pizza dough and follow the prep instructions on the label.
Beef: I used lean ground beef, but feel free to use your favorite. Also, mix it up and use ground chicken, turkey, or ground pork. Tofu crumbles will also work.
Toppings: Use your favorite combination of taco toppings to create your pizza.
Storing: You can store leftover taco pizza in the refrigerator for up to two days. I recommend wrapping each piece in plastic wrap or foil. You can also place the pieces in a large, shallow, airtight container. If you stack slices, put a sheet of wax paper or parchment in between to prevent sticking.
Nutrition: The nutrition facts are only an estimate, provided as a courtesy, and do not include nutrition facts for the added optional toppings.

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