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mexican pizza taco bell recipe
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
A homemade version of the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza, featuring crispy tortillas layered with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, enchilada sauce, melted cheese, and a smoky chipotle lime crema.
Ingredients
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- 8 (6-inch) flour tortillas
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 15 ounces vegetarian refried beans, warmed
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- 0.5 cup full-fat sour cream (or plain unsweetened yogurt)
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoky Chipotle Lime Crema: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream (or yogurt), minced chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Prepare the Tortilla Shells: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully fry each tortilla individually for 20-30 seconds per side, until crisp and golden brown but not hard. Alternatively, for a lighter option, bake tortillas on a sheet pan at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes until crisp. Drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Cook the Seasoned Ground Beef: Brown the lean ground beef in a separate large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat thoroughly. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and seasonings (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper) and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Assemble the Mexican Pizzas: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large baking sheet. Spread about 2 tablespoons of warm refried beans evenly over one crispy tortilla base. Top the beans with a generous scoop (about 1/4 cup) of the seasoned ground beef, then place a second crispy tortilla on top.
- Bake to Perfection: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of red enchilada sauce over the top tortilla, spreading it almost to the edges. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of the shredded cheese blend over the sauce, ensuring even coverage. Transfer the assembled pizzas to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are lightly crisped.
- Garnish and Serve Immediately: Carefully transfer each hot Mexican pizza to an individual serving plate. Drizzle a generous amount of the prepared Smoky Chipotle Lime Crema over the melted cheese and red sauce. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh chopped cilantro and serve with a lime wedge on the side for added brightness.
Notes
To achieve a lighter meal, bake the tortillas instead of frying them. The prepared crema should chill for at least 15 minutes for the best flavor. This dish is best served immediately for optimal texture while the tortillas are still crisp.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza (2 tortillas + filling)
- Calories: 750 calories
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg