Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza
Recreate the beloved Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza at home with a perfect blend of taco flavors and pizza crunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 small small flour tortillas Can substitute with corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- 1 lb ground beef Can be substituted with lean turkey or chicken.
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can refried beans (15 oz)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can mix with other cheeses for variety.
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 3/4 cup taco sauce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Use fresh for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup diced red onions
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- To taste vegetable oil for frying Use as needed for frying tortillas.
Instructions
Preparation
- Lightly fry tortillas in vegetable oil until golden and crispy, or bake in the oven until crisp.
- Drain any excess oil on paper towels if you fried the tortillas.
Cooking Beef
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat, stirring until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the beef, stir well, and simmer for a few minutes.
Assembling Pizza
- On a baking sheet, layer a crispy tortilla with refried beans, followed by the seasoned beef mixture.
- Place a second tortilla on top and spread generously with taco sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the top.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the assembled pizza for 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese is melted.
Serving
- Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, red onions, sour cream, and cilantro.
- Slice into wedges and serve hot.
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Notes
For a healthier version, consider using lean ground turkey or chicken. Keep tortillas from over-browning while frying.