Try this delicious and simple Mexican pizza recipe, which uses ground beef, tortillas, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and your favorite toppings. It’s perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner option.
Better than Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas
These pizzas are fun for weekend dinners with extended family and friends yet easy enough for weeknights. They are a favorite at our house. We love tacos and all things with that Tex-Mex flare. If you like this recipe, try easy Mexican coleslaw, Mexican shrimp cocktail, taco spaghetti, and crock pot chicken tacos.
Mexican Pizza Ingredients
- Corn tortillas – they work best because they get crispy
- Oil – canola or vegetable oil
- Ground Beef – I like to use ground beef with a bit of fat in it for flavor
- Yellow onion
- Refried beans
- Cheese – cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend
- Tomatoes – the fresher, the better
- Jalapeno
- Black olives
- Green onion
How to make Mexican Pizzas
- Fry the tortillas in a little bit of oil. Stack them with paper towels between them.
- Cook the seasoned ground beef.
- Layer and stack the tortillas with refried beans and seasoned beef.
- Top with cheese, black olives, tomatoes, green onions, and jalapenos.
- Bake until the cheese melts, and serve promptly.
Recipe Tips
- Heat 1/2-inch canola or vegetable oil in a heavy skillet or Dutch oven to fry corn tortillas. The oil should be about 350-375 degrees. If you don’t have a thermometer, it is hot enough when a drop of water added to the pan crackles and pops. Fry for about 15-20 seconds on each side. The corn tortillas should be crispy, so they hold up well after you add the refried beans and seasoned beef. Remove the tortillas and put them on paper towels to drain.
- You can fry the corn tortillas up to 3 hours in advance. Stack with paper towels between each to absorb any excess oil.
- Make my homemade taco seasoning. It adds so much flavor, and it is easy to make.
The best toppings for Mexican pizzas
- black olives sliced
- avocado peeled and sliced
- salsa
- sour cream
- grape tomatoes sliced
- green onions sliced
- jalapenos thinly sliced
- guacamole
- taco sauce
Storage and Reheat
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat in a cast iron skillet in the oven at 350 degrees for about 5 minutes or until warm. Alternatively, reheat in an air fryer at 375 degrees for 2-3 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Substitute ground chicken, pork, or turkey for the ground beef. They are all delicious.
Taco Bell uses flour tortillas, but I like the corn tortillas so much better. They hold up much better and taste better when fried with seasoned beef and refried beans.
Instead of spreading the tortillas with enchilada sauce as Taco Bell does, try including warm enchilada sauce on the side for dipping. The pizzas stay crisp, and the flavor and texture are much better.
More Tex-Mex Recipes
Mexican Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 six inch corn tortillas
- canola or vegetable oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 can 16 ounces refried beans
- 3/4 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup finely shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 grape tomatoes sliced
- 1 small jalapeno sliced
- 1/3 cup sliced black olives
- 1 green onion chopped
Instructions
- In a Dutch Oven or heavy skillet, heat 1/2 inch oil to 350-375 degrees. Add one tortilla at a time and fry until crispy (about 1 minute), flipping halfway through the frying process. Remove to paper towels to drain.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown ground beef, breaking it up as it browns. Halfway through the browning process, stir in the chopped onion. Once the ground beef is fully browned, and the onions have softened, add the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Spread refried beans over 6 corn tortillas. Equally, divide the seasoned ground beef over the beans. Top with half of each cheese. Top each with another crispy corn tortilla and place on parchment paper-covered baking sheets. Top each pizza with the remaining cheese, sliced tomatoes, jalapeno, black olives, and green onions.
- Bake at 400 degrees for 7-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
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Notes
- To fry corn tortillas, heat 1/2 inch canola or vegetable oil in a heavy skillet or Dutch oven. It should be about 350-375 degrees. If you don’t have a thermometer, it is hot enough when a drop of water added to the pan crackles and pops. Fry for about 15-20 seconds on each side. The corn tortilla should be fairly crispy, so they hold up well after the refried beans, and seasoned beef are added. Remove the tortillas to paper towels to drain.
- You can fry the corn tortillas up to 3 hours in advance. Stack with paper towels between each.
- Use your favorite taco seasoning for the ground beef. I personally like Spice Islands, which I purchase from Costco.
- You can substitute a Mexican cheese blend for the cheddar and Monterey Jack.
- Top your taco pizzas with your favorite taco toppings. Everyone has different tastes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For best results, reheat in the oven.
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Frank K
This was so yummy! I love how crispy they stayed. I have tried the Taco Bell copycat ones and they are not as good. They get soft and soggy if you do not eat they right away.
Beth Pierce
I agree!
Monica
Wow, this Mexican pizza recipe was absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I appreciate the tip on using corn tortillas instead of flour ones for better taste and durability. Thanks for sharing this recipe! I can’t wait to make them again for friends and family.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Monica! We love them too!
Jen Prince
Now I can make these pizzas at home anytime. I love how crunchy they were. We used your suggestion to serve the enchilada sauce on the side for dipping. It worked out great!
Beth Pierce
That is awesome! So glad that you liked them!
Melany
I love these Mexican pizzas. They are delicious and easy to make. The texture is so much better than Taco Bell. Their pizzas get soggy too fast!
Beth Pierce
I agree, Melany!
Gerry L
Wow! These were amazing! I loved every bite! I agree with you, so much better than Taco Bell.
Beth Pierce
Glad that you liked them, Gerry!
Hannah Bures
My family loves this recipe! My son loves to help me make it and then he’s able to put what he wants on his own pizza. 10/10 would recommend!! Thank you for sharing this deliciousness!
Beth Pierce
The pleasure is all mine, Hannah!
Robert Lowen
Great Mexican pizza! So much better than Taco Bell! These are going in my recipe file. They will be on regular rotation at our house.
Ralph H
I loved that they stayed crispy. They were so tasty and easy to make! They are a new household favorite!
Emily H
This is a brilliant idea! I have to give this a try, because I love pizza AND I love quesadillas.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Emily! Enjoy!
Cinny B
We actually order Mexican pizza from our local pizza shop every once in a while. I could so make these at home! They look delicious!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Cinny! Enjoy!
Kim A
Wow, your Mexican pizza recipe was absolutely mouthwatering! I love how you combined the flavors of Mexican cuisine with the beloved pizza format. It’s such a creative and delicious twist with fantastic flavor. Thank you for sharing this fantastic recipe.
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome, Kim!
Tameka
Yes! Yes and Yessss! These look sooooooo Scumptioussss. Like why not? Why not this Friday? Thanks for this
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome, Tameka!
Marie
These are super yum. The whole family loves them.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Marie! So glad that they like the double decker pizzas!
khoingn | The Broad Life
These are delicious and easy to make. My daughters loved them! A new family favorite.
Monidipa Dutta
The Mexican Pizzas recipe on your website is a culinary delight! Your clear instructions, creative toppings, and beautiful photos make it easy for anyone to recreate this flavorful dish. ¡Buen provecho!
Enricoh Alfonzo
I love pizza! Need to try this. Looks so dastardly delectable, definitely going to try and make this,.
Sonia
Those Mexican pizzas sound absolutely delicious! I love the idea of having a double-decker crispy fried corn tortilla pizza stuffed with taco-seasoned beef, refried beans, cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheese. And then topped with even more cheese, green onions, black olives, tomatoes, and jalapenos? Yum! I can imagine how much better they must taste than the ones from Taco Bell. It’s great to hear that they’re easy enough to make for weeknight dinners, but also fun enough to share with extended family and friends on the weekends. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!
Beth Pierce
Thanks so much, Sonia! I sure hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
Sangeetha
The double-decker concept with crispy fried corn tortillas and flavorful toppings is genius. They’re even better than the ones from Taco Bell! The cheesy goodness and the burst of flavors from the beef, beans, and all the toppings takes it over the top.
Catherine
I love these Mexican pizzas! They are so much better than Taco Bell. A new family favorite. Thanks for sharing it!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Catherine! I am so glad that you like them!
Rosey
Oh man, all that melty delicious cheese. I could go for making these this weekend!
Ivana Mearns
Mexican pizza… what a treat! Very different to my usual meals and packed with flavour. Simply amazing. Thanks for this recipe, it’s excellent.
Marysa
What a fun idea! My daughter loves these flavors and it would be neat to put these ingredients into a pizza style food. I’ll have to try this with her!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Marysa! Enjoy!
Justine
This is the best taco pizza we’ve ever tried!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Justine!
Carrie Robinson
What a fun dinner! 🙂 My entire family loves this recipe.
Ali
These Mexican pizzas are a great weeknight meal! I love all the toppings — added some extra jalapenos for even more spice.
Dina Miller
How did you know this was a favorite of mine as a teenager? Loved this recipe!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Dina! So glad that you liked the pizza!
Angela
These are so good! Made them last night for my kids and they were gone in minutes. Definitely a new favorite in my house!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Angela! So glad that you and the kids liked the pizzas!
Jupiter Hadley
I have never heard of a Mexican Pizza like this – it’s such a cool idea and would be a great spin on Taco Tuesday.
Beth Pierce
Yes! So true! You should try them. They are delicious!
Natasha mairs
I love Mexican food, and this Mexican pizza was amazing. I can’t wait to make it again!
Yeah Lifestyle
These are a very tasty treat. I had not tried Mexican pizza before, definitely a hit and vety filling too. Thanks for the recipe
Luna S
My husband and I love making these, such a fun thing to do together and they are delicious.
Catalina
Yum! What a great idea! My whole family loved this pizza!
Annabel Beales
This was actually quite easy to do (for me lol). My whole family likes spicy food so this was perfect. Great recipe, thanks 🙂
Melissa Dixon
Great Mexican pizzas! I make them often, and we always devour them.
Pat
I gave this Mexican pizza recipe a try, and now it is a new family favorite. Thanks for sharing!
Monidipa Dutta
These are great Mexican Pizzas. So full of flavor and so much better than that fast food restaurant.
Becky, Cuddle Fairy
These look absolutely divine! My family would love to try these, thank you for the recipes and the tips as well, they are most helpful!
Samantha Donnelly
These look and sound amazing, I have never tried this before but love pizzas and love mexican food
Celebrate Woman Today
Beautifully done! These jalapeños really add the spice and taste to these Mexican pizza rounds!
Karen
yummmmmm….I never had mexican pizza! I can’t wait to try this out, mexican pizza looks soooo good!!!
Allyson Zea
These were so good! Thanks for the easy recipe!
Kim
Can you substitute flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas?
Beth Pierce
No you really need the crispy corn tortillas.
Shelly
Best recipe and so easy!!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Shelly! So glad that you liked it!!
Janeane Davis
This recipe looks and sounds so delicious. those flavors go so well together.
Ladena
This is such a great idea! I think my entire family would love this. Putting it on the meal plan!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Ladena! Enjoy!
Anne Marie
This looks fun to make! Very close to one of my favorite menu items at Taco Bell
Tatum Burke
This recipe is so easy! I now make it all. the time and my kids love it!
Allyssa
This is so delicious and really tasty! Thanks a bunch for sharing this mexican pizza recipe! This is our new favorite as a fam! Highly recommended!
Betsy
We so miss Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza! This fun Mexican Pizza is a good substitute! Awesomely easy. Perfect for our next Taco Tuesday!
Jon
Can you air fry the tortillas?
Beth Pierce
I am not sure as I have not tried.
Gina
Such a great recipe – it’s like taco and pizza nights combined!
Serena
We have so much Mexican food at our house but I never think to make these. Such a simple recipe, I’m looking forward to having this over the weekend. YUM!
Beth
Yum. My family devoured these Mexican pizzas and I love how easy they are to do. I’ll be making these again.
Luke Ratford
Never tried or even made a double-decker pizza until seeing this recipe and I’ve got to say it came out brilliant 🙂
The kids absolutely loved this recipe but without the jalapenos lol
Thanks for sharing !!
Shadi Hasanzadenemati
I was looking for a recipe like this, thank you for sharing!
Biana
These pizzas look like so much fun! A perfect dinner, and everyone can personalize their own pizza.
whitney
Oh my goodness, this is brilliant! I could eat tacos and nachos every single day of my life yet never had this. Can’t wait to try it!!
Tara
Yum! I love all those flavorful layers and all the shredded cheese. Definitely a delicious option for weeknights.
HEATHER PERINE
This takes taco Tuesday to a whole new level! Can’t wait to make this for dinner next week!
Irina
What a great alternative to Italian pizza it is! I made it for our lunch today, and it did not disappoint. Moreover, my family asks for more. 🙂
Caroline
These look so comforting and fun – definitely a crowd-pleaser.
Heidy L McCallum
Your recipe looks fantastic, and I am betting this would go over well with the family! A must-try for sure. Have a wonderful day, and I will come back to let you know how it turns out.
Beth Pierce
Thanks Heidy! I sure hope the family enjoys them!
Anjali
These Mexican pizzas turned out to be so so delicious!! It was the perfect weeknight meal for us today – even my kids loved it!
Sara
These were so much fun to make and personalize; a great twist to a traditional pizza, indeed!
Shashi
I so love this idea! Such a fun and flavorful take on pizza!
Becki
These were fantastic! I plan to add them to my go to recipes.
Beth Pierce
Thanks Becki! So glad that you liked them!!
Kimberly
Oh my gosh, I totally forgot about these! I remember having them when I was a kid but haven’t had them since – thanks for the recipe!
Sara
I am loving all the cheesy goodness in this dish! Definitely my kind of pizza; looks delicious!
Toni Dash
This was a huge hit at my house! Everyone really loved it!
Kevin
This is my kinda pizza! I love this recipe so much!
Jen
Yay! I no longer need to doordash my favorite guilty pleasure! This tasted so much better too!
Cathy
Such a fun recipe… especially now that Taco Bell is discontinuing theirs!
Erin
These delectable Mexican pizzas are on my must-make list!
Angela
A fun take a taco pizza. My family loved it!
Toni
This is totally irresistible! Such a great idea!
Pavani
We love Mexican food in our home and this pizza sounds perfect for us. IT looks so cheesy, colorful and delicious. Will be trying this very soon.
Luci
These Mexican pizzas are delicious! My family and I had a great time making them and they were so flavorful. I can’t wait to make them again because this recipe is a new favorite!
Pam Greer
I used to love to get Mexican pizza from our take out Mexican restaurant, but this recipe is soooo much better! We love it!