Description
Copycat Mexican Pizza is a delicious twist on traditional pizza that combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with a crispy tortilla crust. Topped with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and a blend of melty cheeses, this dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare and fully customizable, it guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup canned refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup cooked ground beef or turkey (seasoned with taco seasoning)
- 2 green onions (sliced thinly)
- 1/4 cup jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until about half an inch thick and transfer it to the greased baking sheet.
- Spread refried beans evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey, drain excess fat, and mix in taco seasoning. Spread this mixture on top of the cheese layer.
- Pour salsa generously over the top and add more shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling. Let cool slightly before slicing into squares and serve with a drizzle of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg