Sheet Pan Taco Pizza
A delicious fusion of tacos and pizza, this Sheet Pan Taco Pizza combines seasoned beef, refried beans, salsa, and cheese on a crisp pizza crust—finished with fresh taco toppings for a crowd-pleasing meal.
5 Servings
Ingredients
For the Pizza:
- 1 lb. pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup salsa store-bought, any preferred variety
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/4 cup chicken stock or water
- 1 tablespoon ground chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Olive oil for greasing the sheet pan
For the Toppings:
- 2 cups shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced white onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup mild pickled jalapeños
- Sour cream for serving
Instructions
Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Lightly grease a half-sheet pan with olive oil to prevent sticking and promote a crispy crust. On a floured surface or directly on the sheet pan, stretch or roll the pizza dough to fit the size of the pan. Once shaped, allow the dough to rest in the pan for approximately 20 minutes to relax the gluten and avoid shrinkage during baking.
Cook the Beef Mixture:
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon or spatula. Drain excess fat, then stir in the chili powder, cumin, and chicken stock. Simmer for several minutes until most of the liquid has evaporated and the mixture is well-seasoned. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble the Pizza Base:
- Begin by spreading a layer of refried beans evenly across the prepared dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Follow with an even layer of salsa over the beans. Distribute the seasoned beef mixture across the salsa layer. Finally, sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the entire surface.
Bake the Pizza:
- Transfer the sheet pan to the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
Add Fresh Toppings and Serve:
- Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and pickled jalapeños. Serve hot, accompanied by sour cream either on the side or drizzled over the top.
Notes
To prepare a gluten-free version of this Sheet Pan Taco Pizza, simply substitute the traditional pizza dough with a certified gluten-free pizza dough, available at many grocery stores or made from scratch using gluten-free flour blends. Ensure that all other ingredients, such as the refried beans, salsa, and spices, are labeled gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.