Better-Than-Taco Bell Mexican Pizza

Skip drive-thru and make this copycat Tex-Mex pizza, inspired by the beloved Taco Bell® menu item, loaded with fresh ingredients and bold flavor.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 873 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
• 3 tablespoons sliced black olives
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 3 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 1 cup refried beans, warmed
• 1 cup cooked, Mexican-seasoned ground beef
• 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup taco sauce
• 0.25 cup red enchilada sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a deep skillet over high heat. Pan-fry each tortilla turning frequently, adding more oil as needed, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Allow to drain on paper towels.

Step 3

To assemble each pizza, place 4 fried tortillas on a baking sheet. Spread 3 tablespoons of refried beans evenly on top of every other tortilla, then add 2 to 3 tablespoons ground beef. Place the other 4 tortillas on top.

Step 4

Mix together the taco sauce and enchilada sauce in a small bowl. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the mixture on top of the tortillas and spread evenly. Sprinkle ¼ cup of each type of cheese evenly on top.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, black olives, green onions, and any additional garnishes. Cut into quarters, and serve immediately.