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Taco Pizza with Pizza Crust Recipe

Transform taco night into a family-favorite meal with this Taco Pizza recipe! Featuring a crispy pizza crust topped with taco-seasoned beef, melty cheese, and fresh taco toppings.
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Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking sheet or pizza stone
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small bowl for taco seasoning mix

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pre-made pizza crust or homemade pizza dough
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix or homemade taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water for seasoning mix
  • 1 cup refried beans optional
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives optional
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion optional
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or taco sauce for drizzling
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro optional
  • Tortilla chips crushed, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven:
  • Preheat your oven according to the instructions for your pizza crust, typically 425°F (220°C).
  • Cook the beef:
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add taco seasoning:
  • Mix the taco seasoning packet with 1/2 cup water. Add it to the beef and simmer for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is evenly coated and the liquid reduces.
  • Assemble the pizza base:
  • If using refried beans, spread a thin layer over the pizza crust. Alternatively, use a drizzle of taco sauce as a base.
  • Add the toppings:
  • Spread the seasoned beef evenly over the crust. Top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake:
  • Place the pizza on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Add fresh toppings:
  • Once baked, let the pizza cool for 2–3 minutes. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, black olives, red onion, and crushed tortilla chips.
  • Finish and serve:
  • Drizzle with sour cream or taco sauce, and sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Slice and serve immediately.