Description
Experience the joy of creating a fast-food classic in your own kitchen with this homemade Taco Bell Mexican Pizza. This delightful dish features crispy tortillas layered with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and a generous sprinkle of cheese, all topped with fresh veggies for that perfect crunch. Not only is it customizable to suit every palate, but it’s also a healthier alternative to the drive-thru version. Gather your family or friends for a fun meal that’s ready in no time and packed with vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour or corn tortillas
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 diced tomato
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- Sliced black olives (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5–7 minutes, drain any excess fat, and stir in the taco seasoning according to package instructions.
- On a baking sheet, place two tortillas as the base and spread refried beans evenly over each.
- Layer the cooked ground beef on top of the beans and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and cool slightly before adding fresh toppings like diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and sliced olives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg