Taco Pizza Recipe
Taco pizza is a delicious fusion of Mexican and Italian flavors, combining a crispy pizza crust with seasoned ground beef, taco sauce, melted cheese, and fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream. Perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or game nights, this easy recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking sheet or pizza stone
- Mixing bowls
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Pizza Cutter
Ingredients
- For the Pizza Base:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust or homemade pizza dough
- ½ cup taco sauce or salsa
- 1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend cheddar, Monterey Jack, etc.
- For the Taco Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet or 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ¼ cup water
- Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ½ cup crushed tortilla chips
- ¼ cup sour cream optional
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro optional
- ½ avocado diced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- Cook the Taco Meat:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
- Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and ¼ cup water; simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or preheated pizza stone.
- Spread taco sauce evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle cooked taco meat evenly on top.
- Add shredded cheese blend over the meat.
- Bake the Pizza:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let it cool slightly.
- Add Fresh Toppings:
- Sprinkle shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, black olives, red onion, and crushed tortilla chips over the pizza.
- Drizzle with sour cream, sprinkle with cilantro, and add diced avocado if using.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Slice the taco pizza with a pizza cutter and serve warm!
Notes
Spicy Version: Add jalapeños or use a spicy taco sauce.
Meat Alternatives: Substitute beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles.
Cheese Options: Try pepper jack or cotija cheese for a twist.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Meat Alternatives: Substitute beef with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles.
Cheese Options: Try pepper jack or cotija cheese for a twist.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.