Taco Pizza – Recipe

Here’s a recipe for a Taco Pizza, combining the best of two worlds: tacos and pizza. This version includes a crispy crust, seasoned beef, refried beans, cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings.

🌮 Taco Pizza Recipe (Serves 4–6)

🕒 Total Time: ~45 minutes

🔥 Oven Temp: 425°F (220°C)

🍕 Ingredients

For the crust (or use pre-made pizza dough):

2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil
1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
¾ cup warm water (110°F)

Or use 1 lb store-bought pizza dough.

For the toppings:

Taco Meat:

1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
1 packet taco seasoning (or use homemade: cumin, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt)
¼ cup water

Base Layer:

1 cup refried beans (warmed)
½ cup salsa or taco sauce

Cheese:

1½ to 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)

Toppings (optional but recommended):

1 cup shredded lettuce
1–2 diced tomatoes
¼ cup sliced black olives
¼ cup diced red onion
½ cup crushed tortilla chips
1 avocado or guacamole
Sour cream or crema
Jalapeño slices
Cilantro
Lime wedges (for serving)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough (if making from scratch):

In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add olive oil and the yeast mixture.
Knead for 5–7 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.
Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes (or until doubled).

Skip this if using store-bought dough.

2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)

If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven now to preheat.

3. Cook the Taco Meat:

In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain fat.
Add taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened. Set aside.

4. Roll Out the Dough:

On a floured surface, roll dough into a 12- to 14-inch circle.
Transfer to a pizza pan or preheated stone (use parchment if needed).
Pre-bake the crust for 5 minutes (optional, helps prevent sogginess).

5. Assemble the Pizza:

Spread refried beans evenly on the crust.
Top with a thin layer of salsa or taco sauce.
Sprinkle cooked taco meat evenly.
Add shredded cheese generously.

6. Bake the Pizza:

Bake at 425°F for 12–15 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

7. Add Fresh Toppings:

Let the pizza cool for 3–5 minutes, then add:

Shredded lettuce
Diced tomatoes
Olives, onions, jalapeños
Crushed tortilla chips
Dollops of sour cream or guacamole
Sprinkle of cilantro

8. Serve:

Slice and serve with lime wedges and extra salsa if desired.

🔁 Variations:

Vegetarian: Skip the meat and use black beans, sautéed peppers, or veggie crumbles.
Chicken Taco Pizza: Use shredded rotisserie chicken with taco seasoning.
Spicy Kick: Add hot sauce or spicy salsa before baking.