Mexican Pizza (Taco Bell Copycat Recipe)
Recreate Taco Bell’s famous Mexican Pizza at home with this easy 15-minute copycat recipe! Combining crispy tortillas, savory taco meat, and melted cheese, this dish brings together the best flavors of tacos and pizza. Customize it with your favorite toppings, and enjoy a satisfying meal perfect for taco night.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 pizzas
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer, Oven, Pan Fry
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Taco Meat:
Ground beef
Taco seasoning
Enchilada sauce
Water
Refried beans
For the Crust:
Flour or corn tortillas
Enchilada sauce
Cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite blend)
For the Toppings:
Tomatoes
Red onion
Black olives
Sour cream
Green onion
Cilantro or parsley
Instructions
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Prepare the Taco Meat:
In a large frying pan, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into small pieces. Remove excess grease. Add taco seasoning, water, and enchilada sauce. Stir well and let simmer for 1-2 minutes. -
Assemble the First Layer:
Spread refried beans on one tortilla. Top with taco meat, then add cheese. Place another tortilla on top. -
Assemble the Second Layer:
Spread a tablespoon of enchilada sauce on the top tortilla and sprinkle with cheese.
Cooking Methods:
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Air Fryer: Preheat to 400°F and cook for about 5 minutes until crispy.
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Oven: Preheat to 350°F and bake for 8-10 minutes.
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Pan Fry: Heat a pan with oil, cover, and cook for 4-5 minutes.
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Garnish:
Top with fresh garnishes like tomatoes, onions, sour cream, and green onion.
Notes
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Variations: Swap out the beef for chicken, steak, shrimp, or make it vegetarian with refried beans and sautéed veggies.
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Storage: Store leftover Mexican pizzas in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
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Freezing: Assemble the pizzas and freeze them before cooking. Bake from frozen when ready to serve.
