Description

Craving something bold, cheesy, and easy to throw together on a weeknight? This Homemade Mexican Pizza is your dream come true. Combining all the best flavors of tacos and pizza, this quick dinner is stacked with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, tangy enchilada sauce, and crisp toppings, all on a golden tortilla or crust base. It’s one of those easy recipes that feels special but takes less than 30 minutes start to finish. Perfect for busy evenings, family dinners, or party food ideas, this recipe is packed with personality, flavor, and crunch—making it a must-have in your dinner ideas rotation.

Ingredients

2 pre-baked pizza crusts or 4 flour tortillas (8-inch)
1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1/2 cup water
1 cup enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
Fresh cilantro, chopped (to garnish)
Optional: sliced jalapeños, black olives, avocado, sour cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
If using tortillas, brush lightly with oil and bake for 5–7 minutes until crisp.
In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
Spread enchilada sauce over each crust or tortilla.
Add a layer of seasoned ground beef, then sprinkle cheese generously on top.
Bake for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and top with tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and any desired extras.
Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes