Taco Pizza Recipe
Introduction
This Taco Pizza combines the best of pizza and taco flavors into one delicious dish. With a crispy crust topped with seasoned beef, refried beans, cheese, and all your favorite taco fixings, it’s perfect for a fun family dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
- Taco Meat: ½ pound ground beef, 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
- Sauce: ½ cup canned refried beans, 2 tablespoons taco sauce, 2 tablespoons pizza sauce
- Taco Pizza: 1 (16 oz) ball pizza dough, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- Shredded lettuce
- Taco Doritos crushed (or regular Doritos or other taco-flavored chips)
- Sour cream for topping (optional)
- Taco sauce for topping (optional)
- Onion, olives, tomatoes, or other toppings (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 550°F. If you have a pizza stone, place it inside the oven to heat.
- Step 2: In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the taco seasoning, breaking the meat apart as it cooks. Once no longer pink, drain any excess grease and set aside.
- Step 3: Combine the refried beans, taco sauce, and pizza sauce in a bowl. Stir well and season to taste, then set aside.
- Step 4: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. If you’re not using a pizza stone, you can roll the dough directly on a silicone mat-lined baking sheet.
- Step 5: Spread the bean and sauce mixture evenly over the dough.
- Step 6: Top with the cooked taco meat, then sprinkle the mozzarella and Colby Jack cheeses evenly over the pizza.
- Step 7: Bake on the hot pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until the crust is cooked and the cheese is bubbly and melted. Check after 5 minutes since baking times may vary.
- Step 8: Remove from the oven and immediately top with shredded lettuce, crushed chips, sour cream, taco sauce, and any other desired toppings.
- Step 9: Slice, serve, and enjoy your taco pizza!
Tips & Variations
- Use a combination of taco and pizza sauces for a flavorful base that’s both tangy and savory.
- If you expect leftovers, bake the pizza without fresh toppings like lettuce and chips, then add these individually when serving to keep them crisp.
- Feel free to substitute ground beef with ground turkey or a plant-based meat for a healthier or vegetarian option.
- Adding diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of cilantro can give an extra kick and freshness to the pizza.
Storage
Store leftover taco pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4–5 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through to keep the crust crispy. You can freeze the pizza for 1–2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought pizza dough for this recipe?
Yes, store-bought pizza dough works perfectly. Just follow the package instructions for rolling and baking temperatures, adjusting as needed.
What if I don’t have a pizza stone?
You can bake the pizza directly on a silicone baking mat or a greased baking sheet. The crust might not be quite as crispy as on a pizza stone, but it will still be delicious.
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Taco Pizza Recipe
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
Description
This Taco Pizza Recipe combines the best of both worlds: a classic pizza dough base topped with a flavorful blend of refried beans, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheeses, finished with fresh taco-inspired toppings like shredded lettuce, crushed Doritos, sour cream, and taco sauce. Perfectly crispy crust baked at a high temperature creates a delightful fusion of Italian and Tex-Mex flavors in each slice.
Ingredients
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Taco Meat
- ½ pound ground beef
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
Sauce
- ½ cup canned refried beans
- 2 tablespoons taco sauce
- 2 tablespoons pizza sauce
Taco Pizza
- 1 (16 oz) ball pizza dough *
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese
- Shredded lettuce (for topping)
- Taco Doritos crushed (or regular Doritos or other taco flavored chips, for topping)
- Sour cream (for topping, optional)
- Taco sauce (for topping, optional)
- Onion, olives, tomatoes, etc. (for topping, optional)
Pizza Dough (optional if making from scratch)
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups all purpose flour + more if needed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Place a pizza stone (if available) in the oven and preheat it to 550°F to ensure a hot surface for baking the pizza, which helps achieve a crisp crust.
- Cook Taco Meat: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and taco seasoning. Cook the beef, breaking it apart until no longer pink. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Drain any excess grease and set the cooked meat aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a bowl, combine refried beans, taco sauce, and pizza sauce thoroughly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Set aside this flavorful base sauce to spread onto the pizza dough.
- Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to desired thickness (about 1/4 to 1/2 inch). If not using pizza stones, roll the dough directly onto a silicone mat-lined baking sheet for easy transfer.
- Assemble Pizza: Spread the prepared bean and sauce mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough. Layer on the cooked taco meat evenly, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and colby jack cheeses over the top.
- Bake Pizza: Transfer the pizza to the hot pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until the crust is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly. Baking time may vary depending on dough thickness and brand; start checking after 5 minutes.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and top with shredded lettuce, crushed Doritos or tortilla chips, sour cream, taco sauce, and any additional desired toppings like onions, olives, and tomatoes. Slice, serve, and enjoy the perfect fusion pizza!
- Optional Dough Preparation: If making dough from scratch, dissolve yeast and brown sugar in warm water and let sit for 10 minutes. Stir in salt, olive oil, and flour until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour. Punch down and divide into two balls. Use one ball for this pizza, rolling it out as described.
Notes
- If using store-bought pizza dough, follow any specific instructions on the package for best results.
- Baking time will vary according to crust thickness and type—start checking after 5 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- For leftovers, it is recommended to leave fresh toppings off during storage and add them just before serving each slice.
- Pizza stones help achieve a crispier crust but are optional; a silicone mat or baking sheet works as well.
- Store cooked pizza in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or freeze for 1-2 months; reheat by baking until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy pizza recipe, godfather’s pizza recipe, happy joe’s pizza recipe, homemade pizza recipe, taco pizza, tex-mex recipe
