Description
Savor the crispy, cheesy goodness of this Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Copycat! Bursting with seasoned beef, vibrant salsa, and fresh toppings, each bite is a fiesta of flavors. Ideal for cozy nights or game day gatherings, this homemade version brings the joy of fast food right to your kitchen. With easy-to-follow steps and customizable ingredients, it’s perfect for impressing family and friends without the drive-thru wait.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 crispy taco shells
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup refried beans
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella blend)
- ½ cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup fresh toppings (chopped tomatoes, lettuce, onions)
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning.
- Spread a thin layer of refried beans on each taco shell.
- Spoon seasoned ground beef evenly over the shells.
- Top with shredded cheese and salsa.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before adding fresh toppings and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg