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Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Copycat Recipe – Crispy, Cheesy & Ready in 20 Minutes

Two slices of layered Mexican pizza topped with melted cheese, black olives, tomatoes, and green onions.
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Make this Taco Bell Mexican Pizza copycat recipe at home. You get crispy tortillas layered with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese, ready faster than takeout.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 8 small flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for crispier results)
  • 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans, warmed
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the liquid reduces and the meat is fully seasoned. Set aside.
  3. Prepare the tortillas: You need two tortillas for each pizza. You can crisp them in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, or quickly fry them in a little oil until lightly golden. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Assemble the first layer: Place one crispy tortilla on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread half of the warmed refried beans evenly over the tortilla.
  5. Add the meat layer: Spoon half of the seasoned ground beef over the beans. Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
  6. Top with the second tortilla layer. Spread the remaining refried beans on top of this tortilla.
  7. Add the sauce and cheese: Pour the enchilada sauce over the beans, spreading it to cover the surface. Top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  8. Bake: Place the pizza in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven. Top immediately with diced tomatoes, sliced olives, and green onions. Slice into wedges and serve this quick Tex Mex dinner immediately.

Notes

  • For an extra crispy base, use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
  • If you prefer a lower-fat option, use lean ground turkey instead of beef.
  • You can substitute store-bought taco sauce for the enchilada sauce if you prefer that flavor profile.

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