Description
This vibrant and flavorful Taco Pizza combines all your favorite taco toppings on a crispy pizza crust, making it a delicious fusion of Mexican and American comfort food. Ground beef seasoned with taco spices is layered over refried beans and cheddar cheese, then baked to perfection and topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, olives, green onions, and crunchy tortilla chips. A drizzle of sour cream and salsa finishes this crowd-pleaser, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or taco night celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
Pizza Base
- 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough or 1 prepared pizza crust
- 1 cup refried beans
Cheese and Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Finishing Sauces
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 425°F to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the pizza crust and melting cheese evenly.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned evenly. Drain excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning and water. Continue cooking for 2 minutes or until the mixture thickens, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Prepare Pizza Crust: Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone. For refrigerated dough, pre-bake it for 5 minutes to get a firmer base that prevents sogginess from toppings.
- Assemble Pizza Base: Evenly spread the refried beans over the pre-baked crust, creating a savory, creamy layer that acts as the sauce. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the beans to add richness.
- Add Beef and Cheese: Distribute the seasoned ground beef evenly over the cheese layer, then finish with the remaining cheddar cheese to create a melted cheesy topping that holds everything together.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the assembled pizza in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add Fresh Toppings: Remove the pizza from the oven and generously top it with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, green onions, and crushed tortilla chips for a combination of fresh texture and crunch.
- Drizzle Sauces: Before serving, drizzle sour cream and salsa over the top to add creamy and tangy accents that complement the savory toppings perfectly.
Notes
- Replace refried beans with a thin layer of enchilada sauce if preferred for a different flavor profile.
- Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add jalapeños or pepper jack cheese to add an extra spicy kick.
