Taco Bell Mexican Pizza
This Taco Bell Mexican Pizza is a fun, delicious homemade twist on the fast-food classic with layers of seasoned beef, refried beans, and melty cheese between crispy tortillas.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons masa harina
- 4 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon powder
- 1 1/3 pounds ground chuck
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 8-inch flour tortillas
- 14 ounces refried beans
- Taco meat
- 12 ounces shredded Mexican cheese blend do not use extra-thick shreds like Tillamook
- 4-6 tablespoons Taco Bell Sauce or use bottled
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
Instructions
Prepare the Taco Meat
- In a large skillet, cook the ground chuck over medium heat. As the meat starts to brown, drain any excess fat.
Season the Meat
- In a mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, seasoning salt, paprika, ground cumin, garlic salt, sugar, dried minced onion, and beef bouillon powder. Sprinkle this spice mixture over the cooked meat and stir well to ensure the meat is fully coated. Add a little water if needed for moisture, and let it simmer for a few minutes.
Fry the Tortillas
- In a frying pan, heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until they are golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Assemble the Pizza
- On one crispy tortilla, spread a layer of refried beans, followed by a generous portion of the seasoned taco meat. Sprinkle with shredded Mexican cheese and top with another crispy tortilla.
Bake
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the assembled pizzas on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Add Toppings
- Remove the pizzas from the oven and drizzle with Taco Bell Sauce. Top with chopped tomatoes and any additional toppings of your choice, such as jalapeños, cilantro, or sour cream.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying pan
- Spatula
- Oven
Notes
- Fry tortillas properly until crispy to avoid sogginess in the final pizza.
- Season the taco meat thoroughly for rich, flavorful results.
- Check the pizza while baking to prevent burnt cheese; ovens vary.
- You can substitute ground beef with plant-based meat for a vegetarian version.
- Assemble pizzas ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking for convenience.