Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Copycat Recipe by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the fast-food favorite at home with Todd Wilbur's Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Copycat Recipe, a perfect fusion of crispy tortillas, seasoned beef, and melted cheese. This quick and satisfying dish starts with golden-fried flour tortillas layered with hearty refried beans and zesty taco-seasoned ground beef. Topped with tangy red enchilada sauce, a melty Mexican cheese blend, and fresh toppings like diced tomatoes and green onions, each bite is a fiesta of flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this restaurant-style Mexican pizza is ideal for family dinners, game nights, or anytime you crave delicious nostalgia. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream for the ultimate Taco Bell-inspired experience at home!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 pound Ground beef
- 1 cup Refried beans
- 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning mix
- 4 large pieces Flour tortillas
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup Shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 medium, diced Tomato
- 2 stalks, sliced Green onions
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 0 Optional toppings: jalapeños or black olives
Directions
Step 1
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
Step 2
Add the taco seasoning mix to the beef along with 1/4 cup of water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3
In another small saucepan, heat the refried beans over low heat until warm and spreadable. Keep warm.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry each flour tortilla one at a time until crispy and golden, about 1-2 minutes per side. Place the fried tortillas on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 5
Assemble the Mexican pizza: spread a layer of warm refried beans on one of the fried tortillas followed by a layer of the cooked taco meat. Top with a second fried tortilla.
Step 6
Spread a thin layer of red enchilada sauce on top of the second tortilla. Sprinkle generously with shredded Mexican cheese blend.
Step 7
Place the assembled pizzas on a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 1-2 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, and any optional toppings such as jalapeños or black olives.
Step 9
Slice the Mexican pizza into quarters using a sharp knife or pizza cutter and serve with a dollop of sour cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1315.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2866.3 |
| Total Fat 201.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 82.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 35.1g | |
| Cholesterol 435.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6596.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 162.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.5g | |
| Protein 129.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 51.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2221.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1939.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories