Get ready to fiesta with our Taco Pizza Recipe—a delicious fusion of your favorite taco flavors on a pizza crust. Discover how to create this mouthwatering masterpiece that combines seasoned ground beef, zesty toppings, and gooey cheese for a fiesta on your plate.
Ingredients:
For the Taco Pizza:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 pre-made pizza crust or pizza dough
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for drizzling)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Taco Meat:
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and crumbled.
- Drain any excess grease.
- Add the taco seasoning mix and water to the cooked beef. Stir well and simmer for a few minutes until the mixture thickens. Set aside.
2. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven according to the pizza crust or dough package instructions.
3. Prepare the Pizza Crust:
- If using pre-made pizza crust, follow the package instructions for pre-baking, usually for about 5-7 minutes.
- If using pizza dough, roll it out onto a pizza stone or baking sheet and pre-bake for 5-7 minutes.
4. Assemble the Taco Pizza:
- Spread the taco meat evenly over the pre-baked pizza crust.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheddar cheese followed by shredded Monterey Jack cheese on top of the meat.
- Add diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, sliced green onions, and sliced jalapeños as desired.
5. Bake:
- Place the assembled taco pizza in the preheated oven.
- Bake according to the pizza crust or dough package instructions until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
6. Garnish and Serve:
- Remove the taco pizza from the oven.
- Drizzle sour cream over the top and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
7. Slice and Enjoy:
- Slice your Taco Pizza into wedges, serve, and savor the fiesta of flavors on your plate.
Begin your fiesta with our Taco Pizza Recipe, a culinary fusion that brings the zesty, savory goodness of tacos to a pizza crust. This delectable masterpiece begins with perfectly seasoned ground beef cooked to taco perfection and is topped with your favorite taco toppings. Brown and season the ground beef to transform it into a taco-inspired delight. Pre-bake your pizza crust or dough, then top with the seasoned beef, shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, green onions, and jalapeos for heat. Bake until the crust is golden and the cheese is golden and bubbling. To finish the fiesta, drizzle with sour cream and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. The result is a Taco Pizza that offers a satisfying crunch, a symphony of flavors, and a hint of spiciness—all in a single, glorious slice. Whether you’re enjoying it as a weeknight dinner or serving it at your next gathering, Taco Pizza brings the joy of tacos and the fun of pizza together on your plate. Slice into this culinary celebration, savor each bite, and let the flavors transport you to a delicious fiesta of your own making.