Description
These Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas bring all the crispy, cheesy goodness you love, right to your kitchen! With a crispy flour tortilla base, layers of seasoned beef or turkey, refried beans, cheese, and fresh toppings, this recipe recreates the iconic Taco Bell dish in no time. Perfect for a quick dinner or game-day treat!
Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey (cooked)
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup diced onions
- ½ cup sour cream or guacamole (for topping)
- Salsa or hot sauce (optional)
- Cooking oil (for frying tortillas)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey. Add the taco seasoning and stir well. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
- In a separate skillet, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Fry the flour tortillas for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
- On one fried tortilla, spread a layer of refried beans, followed by a generous portion of the seasoned ground meat.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the meat. Add diced tomatoes and sliced black olives, if using.
- Place the second tortilla on top, creating a stacked pizza.
- Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the pizza is golden.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced onions, and a dollop of sour cream or guacamole.
- Cut into quarters and serve with salsa or hot sauce on the side.
Notes
- Vegetarian option: Swap the ground meat for more refried beans or add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini.
- Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce between the layers for an extra spicy kick.
- Cheese alternatives: Try using a blend of Mexican cheeses like Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or a dairy-free cheese substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
