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Emily Fabulous » Recipes » Easy Dinner Recipes

Taco Pizza Recipe

Published: May 15, 2024 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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A slice of taco pizza with jalapenos on top.

If you like pizza and tacos, you have to try this Taco Pizza Recipe! Two of the best meals combined into one for the most fun and delicious meals you could wish for. This recipe is perfect for leftover taco meat, pizza night, or any night of the week.

taco pizza cut into triangles.

This Taco Pizza Recipe will remind you of school lunch, or restaurants like Godfather's or Domino's. It's a fun recipe to make and eat, just like my Doritos Locos Tacos.

Because my child loves tacos, I aspire to make unique taco recipes, like my Air Fryer Mini Taco Hand Pies and my Easy Taco Dumplings. This Taco Pizza is another recipe I knew I had to make.

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  • Why You'll Love This Recipe
  • Key Ingredients Needed for Taco Pizza
  • What Pizza Crust to Use
  • Substitutions and Variations
  • How to Make This Recipe
  • Expert Tips for this Recipe
  • Recipe FAQs
  • More Fun Pizza Recipes to Make
  • Taco Pizza Recipe

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Anyone can make this Taco Pizza Recipe because it is easy to assemble, and you can cook it in a pizza oven or a conventional oven.
  • This recipe is perfect for leftover taco meat!
  • You can make your own enchilada sauce and homemade pizza dough, or use store-bought.
  • Customize this Taco Pizza with your favorite toppings. You can make it vegetarian or load it with protein.
  • This recipe is kid-friendly, family-approved, and perfect for a party or gathering.

Key Ingredients Needed for Taco Pizza

taco pizza ingredients.
  • Taco Meat: Use a remade seasoning packet, your own seasoning mix, or store-bought taco meat.
  • Cheese: I used a combination of mozzarella and cheddar for the perfect pizza and taco combination.
  • Enchilada Sauce: You can use store-bought or homemade enchilada sauce, and also choose the spice level you prefer.
  • Beans: I choose black beans for my taco pizza, but you can also use pinto beans.
  • Additional Toppings of Choice: Fresh toppings like cilantro, green onions, and sliced jalapenos give the perfect final touch to this recipe.

*See the recipe card for the complete list of ingredients and quantities.

a slice of taco pizza with jalapenos.

What Pizza Crust to Use

I am a big fan of making homemade pizza crust, like my Poolish Pizza Dough and my No Knead Pizza Dough Recipe. It's easier than you think and tastes amazing!

But, if you don't have the time or just want to buy a crust, go for it! I like Trader Joe's Pizza crust and Safeway's pizza crust. Both options have always worked well for me in my Ooni Pizza Oven and the conventional oven.

Substitutions and Variations

I love making meals at home because I can make them any way I want. The same can be said for this Taco Pizza. Here are some ideas for substitutions and variations:

  • Try carnitas, shredded beef, or chicken for the protein.
  • Try a different cheese like smoked Gouda or pepper jack.
  • Use red or green salsa for the sauce instead of enchilada sauce.
  • Add fresh iceberg lettuce after baking for a classic flavor combination.
  • Add jalapenos before cooking.
  • Skip the taco meat for a vegetarian option.

How to Make This Recipe

easy pizza dough in a ball.

Step 1: Make the pizza dough or ensure your store-bought dough is at room temperature. If you are using a regular oven, preheat the oven to 500° F (260° C).

ground beef taco meat in a pan.

Step 2: Cook and season the ground beef if you are making it from scratch. If you are using store-bought, remove it from the fridge so it can start to warm up.

pizza crust rolled out on a cutting board.

Step 3: Hand press or roll out the pizza dough into a 12" round.

pizza crust with enchilada sauce.

Step 4: Spread out the enchilada sauce on the pizza crust in an even layer.

assembled taco pizza before baking.

Step 5: Add the rest of the ingredients starting with the mozzarella cheese followed by the taco meat, beans, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, queso fresco, and olives.

baked taco pizza.

Step 6: Bake the pizza in a pizza oven or regular oven until fully cooked and the crust has browned. This takes about 90 seconds in a pizza oven or 13-15 minutes in a regular oven.

Expert Tips for this Recipe

  • Fresh, high-quality ingredients always make the best pizzas. If you want your homemade pizza to taste like your favorite restaurant, use the best ingredients.
  • Control the sauce - too much sauce will give you a soggy pizza. Create a nice thin layer of enchilada sauce for the best results.
  • Control the amount of toppings as well. Too many heavy toppings will also result in a soggy pizza that doesn't fully cook through without burning.
  • Serve with sides - get the ultimate taco experience by serving this pizza with sour cream, guacamole, hot sauce, or your favorite taco topping.
taco pizza on a cutting board.

Recipe FAQs

How do I store leftover taco pizza?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the pizza in the oven or microwave until warmed through. Add your favorite toppings for a fresh element and enjoy!

Can I make this Taco Pizza gluten-free?

Yes, you can make this taco pizza gluten-free. Use a gluten-free pizza crust and ensure all other ingredients, such as taco seasoning and sauces, are gluten-free as well.

Can I freeze Taco Pizza?

It's best to freeze the pizza crust with the cooked beef and cheese toppings. Avoid freezing fresh toppings like lettuce and tomatoes, as they don't thaw well. Assemble the pizza and freeze it on a baking sheet before transferring it to a freezer-safe bag or container. When ready to eat, bake directly from frozen, adding fresh toppings after reheating.

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taco pizza cut into triangles.

Taco Pizza Recipe

If you love both pizza and tacos, meet your new favorite recipe: Taco Pizza! This mouthwatering creation combines two of the best meals into one incredible dish.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 12" pizza
Calories: 325kcal
Author: Emily
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Equipment

  • pizza oven or pizza stone for conventional oven
  • Pizza Peel
  • pizza cutter or knife

Ingredients

  • 1 pizza crust homemade or store-bought
  • 2-3 ounces taco meat
  • ¼ cup enchilada sauce
  • 4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons queso fresco
  • ½ small tomato, diced
  • 50 grams black beans, rinsed (about ¼ cup)
  • 2 tablespoons black olives, sliced

Optional Toppings After Baking

  • fresh cilantro
  • green onions, sliced (green parts only)
  • sour cream
  • avocado or guacamole
  • sliced jalapeno

Instructions

  • Make the pizza dough ahead of time if you are using homemade dough.
  • Cook and season the ground beef if you are making it from scratch. If you are using store-bought, remove it from the fridge so it can start to warm up. Note: this recipe is perfect for leftover taco meat!
  • Once you are ready to make your pizza, remove the dough from the fridge and ensure it is at room temperature before forming your pizza. If you are baking your pizza in a regular oven, preheat the oven to 500° F (260° C) with the pizza stone inside. If you are using a pizza oven, preheat it while prepping the pizza.
  • Hand press or roll out the pizza dough into a 12" round.
  • Spread out the enchilada sauce on the pizza crust in an even layer.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients starting with the mozzarella cheese followed by the taco meat, beans, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, queso fresco, and olives.
  • Bake the pizza in a pizza oven or regular oven until fully cooked and the crust has browned. This takes about 90 seconds in a pizza oven or 13-15 minutes in a regular oven.
  • After baking, add any additional toppings like fresh cilantro, green onions, and fresh jalapeno slices. Serve with sour cream and guacamole on the side and enjoy!

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Notes

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  • Fresh, high-quality ingredients always make the best pizzas. If you want your homemade pizza to taste like your favorite restaurant, use the best ingredients.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the pizza in the oven or microwave until warmed through. Add your favorite toppings for a fresh element and enjoy!
  • Control the sauce - too much sauce will give you a soggy pizza. Create a nice thin layer of enchilada sauce for the best results.
  • Control the amount of toppings as well. Too many heavy toppings will also result in a soggy pizza that doesn't fully cook through without burning.
  • Serve with sides - get the ultimate taco experience by serving this pizza with sour cream, guacamole, hot sauce, or your favorite taco topping.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.9g | Protein: 23.2g | Fat: 17.4g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 921mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 3.8g | Sugar: 1.5g | Calcium: 156mg | Iron: 3mg

Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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  1. Bob says

    May 15, 2024 at 11:59 pm

    5 stars
    My favorite pizza!

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