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Mexican Pizza (Taco Bell Copycat) Recipe

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This Mexican Pizza recipe is a flavorful Taco Bell copycat featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, refried beans, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese between crispy tortillas. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal with vibrant toppings including tomatoes, red onion, black olives, sour cream, and green onions. You can cook it using an air fryer, oven, or skillet to get that crispy, cheesy texture everyone loves.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 8 flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 4 tbsp enchilada sauce
  • 8 ounce refried beans (1/2 can)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella or Mexican cheese blend)

Toppings

  • 1 tomato (roma or beefsteak, seeds removed and diced)
  • 1 small red onion (diced)
  • 1/4 cup black olives
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 green onions (finely diced)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Beef: In a large frying pan or skillet set to medium heat, add the ground beef. Use a spatula or spoon to break the meat into small pieces as it cooks. Sauté for about 5-8 minutes until fully cooked, then drain the excess grease from the pan.
  2. Season the Beef: Add taco seasoning, water, and 4 tablespoons of enchilada sauce to the cooked beef. Stir well to combine and allow to simmer for 1-2 minutes so the flavors meld.
  3. Assemble the Pizzas: Spread a layer of refried beans on one tortilla. Top evenly with the seasoned ground beef, then sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheese over the beef. Place another tortilla on top to form a sandwich.
  4. Add Sauce and Cheese on Top: Spread 1 tablespoon of enchilada sauce evenly over the top tortilla. Sprinkle additional shredded cheese over the sauce to cover the surface well.
  5. Repeat Assembly: Continue these steps for the remaining tortillas to assemble all four pizzas.
  6. Cooking Options: Choose your preferred cooking method:
    • Air Fryer: Preheat to 400°F. Place one pizza at a time in the basket and cook for about 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and tortillas are crispy.
    • Oven Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange pizzas on a foil- or parchment-lined baking sheet spaced apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese melts and tortillas crisp.
    • Pan Frying: Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add one pizza, cover with a lid, and cook for 4-5 minutes until cheese melts and bottom tortilla crisps.
  7. Serve: Transfer cooked pizzas to a serving plate. Top with diced tomato, red onion, black olives, sour cream, and chopped green onions for garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
  • Adjust the amount of taco seasoning and enchilada sauce to taste if you prefer it spicier or milder.
  • Using an air fryer yields a crispier crust in less time compared to oven baking.
  • Leftover pizzas can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
  • Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat if desired.

Find it online: https://dishcooks.com/mexican-pizza-taco-bell-copycat-recipe/