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A close-up shot showing the layers of a homemade Mexican pizza: crispy tortilla, refried beans, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese.

Mexican Pizza Recipe (The Crispy, Cheesy Taco Bell Copycat)

This copycat Mexican Pizza recipe features crispy fried tortillas layered with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and melted cheese. An easy, 30-minute meal that's better than takeout!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pizzas
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15 lean
  • 1 packet taco seasoning about 1 ounce
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 8 fajita-size flour tortillas
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 can refried beans 16 ounces
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce 10 ounces, mild
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes for topping
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions for topping

Equipment

  • 2 Large Skillet
  • 1 Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each tortilla for 30-60 seconds per side until golden and crispy. Place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  2. In a second skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain grease. Stir in taco seasoning and water, and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place 4 fried tortillas on a baking sheet. Spread a layer of refried beans on each, then top with the seasoned beef mixture.
  4. Place a second fried tortilla on top of the beef layer on each pizza. Spread enchilada sauce over the top tortillas.
  5. Sprinkle generously with the shredded Mexican cheese blend.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is hot and bubbly.
  7. Remove from oven and top with diced tomatoes and sliced green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

For easier spreading, warm the refried beans in the microwave for 30 seconds before assembling.
Reheat any leftovers in an air fryer or toaster oven to keep the shells crispy.