This easy taco pizza recipe brings together the best flavors from each dish: a crispy crust topped with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, melted cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings. It’s perfect for a fun dinner or game night and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
For the Pizza Base:
- 1 pre-made pizza dough or 1 large flatbread
- 1 cup refried beans (optional: mixed with 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup diced red onions
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
- Optional: sliced jalapeños, diced avocado, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dough:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). If using pre-made pizza dough, roll it out to your desired thickness and place it on a greased pizza pan or baking sheet.
- Cook the Meat:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning according to the packet instructions. Set aside.
- Assemble the Base:
- Spread a thin layer of refried beans over the pizza dough. Next, evenly distribute the seasoned meat over the beans, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake the pizza for about 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add Fresh Toppings:
- Once out of the oven, let the pizza cool slightly before adding shredded lettuce, tomatoes, olives, onions, and any other toppings you like. Drizzle with sour cream and salsa.
- Serve:
- Slice up your taco pizza and serve with extra sour cream or salsa on the side. Enjoy!
This taco pizza is versatile, so feel free to customize it with your favorite taco ingredients. You can even add a sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips for extra crunch!
