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Sheet Pan Taco Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 0h 15m
  • Cook Time: 0h 25m
  • Total Time: 0h 40m
  • Yield: 6-8 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion

Description

This Sheet Pan Taco Pizza is a delicious fusion of classic taco flavors and cheesy pizza goodness. Made with a crispy pizza dough base topped with seasoned ground beef, melty cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and traditional taco toppings like black olives, red onion, tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, and cilantro, this easy-to-make recipe delivers a flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Pizza Base

  • 1 package pizza dough
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Beef Topping

  • 1/2 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup salsa

Cheeses

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is hot enough for baking a crispy pizza crust.
  2. Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface, shaping it to fit your sheet pan evenly.
  3. Transfer Dough: Place the rolled dough onto the sheet pan, pressing gently to cover the surface uniformly.
  4. Brush Olive Oil: Brush one tablespoon of olive oil over the dough, making sure to cover the edges and center for a golden crust.
  5. Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned and no longer pink (about 6-8 minutes).
  6. Add Seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning packet into the beef.
  7. Add Liquids: Pour in the water and salsa, stirring to combine all flavors thoroughly.
  8. Simmer Beef Mixture: Let the beef mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly, ensuring a rich topping.
  9. Spread Beef: Evenly spread the thickened beef mixture over the prepared pizza dough base.
  10. Add Cheeses: Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese followed by 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese over the beef evenly.
  11. Add Veggie Toppings: Distribute 1/4 cup sliced black olives and 1/4 cup diced red onion on top of the cheeses.
  12. Bake Pizza: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Cool Slightly: Remove pizza from oven and allow it to cool for a couple of minutes to set the toppings.
  14. Add Fresh Toppings: Sprinkle 1/2 cup diced tomatoes and 1/2 cup shredded lettuce over the pizza for freshness and crunch.
  15. Add Sour Cream: Drizzle 1/4 cup sour cream evenly over the top as a creamy finish.
  16. Garnish: Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped cilantro as a fresh herbal garnish.
  17. Serve: Slice the pizza into squares and serve immediately while warm and flavorful.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
  • Adjust taco seasoning according to your preferred spice level.
  • Feel free to add jalapeños or other favorite taco toppings for extra flavor.
  • Leftover pizza is best stored wrapped and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.

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