Description
Indulge in a homemade version of the beloved Taco Bell Mexican Pizza with this easy copycat recipe. Featuring a crispy crust layered with savory refried beans, seasoned ground beef, and melty cheese, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or late-night cravings. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a flavorful twist that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded three-cheese blend
- 1/2 cup sliced olives (optional)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pizza dough to about ¼ inch thick and transfer it to a greased baking sheet.
- Spread refried beans evenly over the dough, leaving edges clear for the crust.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain fat and mix in taco seasoning with water per package instructions.
- Layer the seasoned beef on top of the beans, then sprinkle shredded cheese generously over everything.
- Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before adding diced tomatoes, olives, sour cream, and green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg