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Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

This copycat Taco Bell Mexican pizza is supremely flavorful and delicious. It cooks in minutes, perfect for any night of the week!

Prep Time
40 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
48 mins
Servings: 4 pizzas
Calories: 630 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Pizza
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 (1-ounce) packet taco seasoning
  • ⅔ cup water
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 8 flour tortillas, taco size
  • 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans
  • 1 (10-ounce) can Red Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Toppings
  • diced tomatoes
  • sliced green onion
  • sliced olives
  • sour cream

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large saucepan or skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink and crumbly. Drain grease.
  2. Increase heat to medium-high heat. Add taco seasoning and water and cook until water is evaporated making sure to stir occasionally (about 5 minutes).
  3. In a separate large skillet, heat 1 cup vegetable oil over medium heat. Add one of the 8 flour tortillas (taco size) and cook for about 3-4 minutes (flipping frequently) until crisp. Continue with the rest of the tortillas. Set aside.
  4. Meanwhile, heat the 15-ounce can of refried beans in a microwaveable-safe bowl. This will make it easier to spread the beans onto the tortilla shells.
  5. On each fried tortilla, slather a generous layer of refried beans. Then top with seasoned ground beef.
  6. Place another tortilla on top. Slather about two tablespoons from the 10-ounce can of enchilada sauce on top. Place some of the 2 cups of shredded Mexican cheese blend on top of the sauce. Continue assembling the rest of the pizzas.
  7. Place the pizzas on a large nonstick baking sheet and bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Serve with your favorite toppings like diced tomatoes, sliced green onion, sliced olives, and sour cream.

Notes

  • Recipe Tips
  • Air fryer directions:
  • Prep ahead of time. Prepare the different elements of the dish the day before and keep them stored separately until you are ready to assemble and bake.
  • Store. Remove any toppings and place in an airtight container or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
  • To reheat. Preheat the oven to 350°F and place the desired number of pizzas on a baking sheet. Heat for about 10 minutes or until warm through. If you're on the go or short on time, you can reheat them in the microwave. 
  • The signature crunch comes from frying the tortillas first, so don't skip that step.
  • Make a spicey pizza by sprinkling in red pepper flakes or adding jalapenos.
  • This is a favorite recipe to make using leftover taco meat and beans from other meals.
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  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Prepare the meat as directed.
  • Place a flour tortilla in the air fryer basket. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until crispy, flipping halfway through the cooking time. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • Assemble the pizzas as directed in the recipe.
  • Place the pizzas, one at a time, in the air fryer basket and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the air-fried Mexican pizzas hot, topped with your desired toppings.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1pizza Calories 630kcal (32%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 38g (58%) Saturated Fat 17g (85%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 14g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 115mg (38%) Sodium 978mg (41%) Potassium 433mg (12%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 353IU (7%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 753mg (75%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4pizzas

Amount Per Serving

Calories 630

% Daily Value*

Serving 1pizza
Calories 630kcal 32%
Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 38g 58%
Saturated Fat 17g 85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 14g 70%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 115mg 38%
Sodium 978mg 41%
Potassium 433mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 353IU 7%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 753mg 75%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.