Do you like Taco Bell’s Mexican pizza? With layers of crunchy tortilla, beans, seasoned beef, acidic sauce, and plenty of cheese, this imitation tastes just like the fast-food favorite.
This recipe is a dead ringer for the Taco Bell version, but it’s also healthier and vegetarian-friendly.
Why Is This Recipe So Delicious?
Food: Taco Bell (Source: Fork To Spoon)Taco Bell has long been a late-night favorite of mine, though less so now that I have children.
With layers of crunchy, crispy tortillas coated in creamy refried beans, zesty sauce, and loads of melting cheese, their Mexican pizza was always a hit.
I felt it was past time to develop my own version when I heard they were getting rid of it from their menu (no!).
This Taco Bell Mexican pizza recipe is eerily similar to the original, yet it’s also healthier! I can now make a batch of them if I experience late-night cravings (but not too late). I might even give some to the kids!
Important Ingredients For Taco Bell Mexican Pizza.
Taco seasoning — A half packet of taco seasoning adds a ton of flavor to the beef in this dish.
Enchilada sauce – Tomato-y, tangy, and full of ingredients like chili powder and oregano, even a store-bought container of this gives your Mexican pizza the true Taco Bell flavor.
Salsa – This addition to the enchilada sauce transforms it into something between a sauce and a salsa. This is the ideal topping for your Mexican pizza!
Chef’s Advice
- Simply leave out the beef to make vegetarian Mexican pizzas!
- You can top this pizza with sour cream, sliced jalapenos, or guacamole if desired. The Taco Bell version with sliced tomatoes is my favorite!
Mexican Pizza from Taco Bell
| Preparation time: 10 minutes 35 minutes to cook 45 minutes total |
Do you like Taco Bell’s Mexican pizza? With layers of crunchy tortilla, beans, seasoned beef, acidic sauce, and plenty of cheese, this imitation tastes just like the fast-food favorite.
This recipe is a dead ringer for the Taco Bell version, but it’s also healthier and vegetarian-friendly.
Ingredients For Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
- ½ pound ground beef
- ½ packet of taco seasoning about 1-2 tablespoons
- ⅓ cup water
- spray oil
- 8 flour tortillas 6”, taco size
- 1 16-ounce can of refried beans
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- ⅓ cup red salsa
- 1 8-ounce bag shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 tomato diced
Instructions
Food: Taco Bell (Source: Fork To Spoon)- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray both sides of the tortillas with spray oil. Season with salt and a fork, then set on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes before flipping. Bake for another 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown. Turn off the oven. Allow cooling before serving.
- Raise the temperature to 400 degrees F.
- Combine enchilada sauce and salsa in a mixing bowl. Place aside.
- Brown and crumble the ground meat in a large skillet. Season with taco seasoning, then add water and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then turn off the burner. Cook until the sauce has thickened.
- Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, reheat the refried beans. (This will make spreading the beans over the tortilla shells simpler.) Top each tortilla with a generous amount of refried beans and seasoned ground meat.
- Top with another tortilla. Spread about two tablespoons of the enchilada sauce mixture on top, then top with some shredded cheese. Rep with the remaining tortillas.
- Place the pizzas on a large nonstick baking sheet and bake until the cheese is melted about 8-10 minutes. Serve with a variety of toppings.
Notes
- Vegetarians should omit the beef.
- Sour cream, sliced jalapenos, guacamole, or Taco Bell style with diced tomatoes are some topping possibilities.
This recipe makes 4 pizzas. The nutritional numbers mentioned are for one pizza and are rough guidelines. The macros may differ significantly based on the type and brand of ingredients used.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1Mexican pizza, Calories: 401kcal, Carbohydrates: 53g, Protein: 23g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 37mg, Sodium: 2131mg, Potassium: 408mg, Fiber: 9g, Sugar: 12g, Vitamin A: 1265IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 117mg, Iron: 5mg, Net Carbs: 44g