By Becky Hardin
Updated Dec 22, 2025
This Taco Pizza is one of my favorite pizza recipes and the ultimate family-friendly dinner any night of the week. Featuring crispy pizza dough covered in a base of hearty refried beans, taco sauce, cheese, and a variety of my favorite toppings. When I can’t decide if it’s a taco night or pizza night, this is my go-to!
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Easy Taco Pizza Recipe
With just a few store-bought ingredients, this taco pizza is one of the easiest meals I throw together. In no time, I can take some basic pizza dough and turn it into a cheesy, Mexican-inspired dinner loaded with all my favorite taco toppings. It’s the perfect way for me to enjoy two of my favorite meals at once—and get the best of both worlds in every bite.
Depending on my mood or what I’ve got on hand, I’ll change up the toppings and cheeses or even add cooked chicken or ground beef to up the protein and make a more filling meal.
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- ▢ 16 oz. refried beans store-bought or homemade (1 can), black or pinto both work
- ▢ 1 oz. taco seasoning store-bought or homemade (1 packet)
- ▢ 8 oz. taco sauce store-bought or homemade, divided
- ▢ 16 oz. pizza dough store-bought or homemade, room temperature
- ▢ 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend Colby jack cheese, or mild cheddar cheese also work
- ▢ ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ▢ ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
- ▢ ¼ cup sliced olives
- ▢ sliced green onions optional, for topping
- ▢ fresh cilantro optional, for topping
- ▢ sour cream optional, for topping
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix the refried beans, taco seasoning, and half of the taco sauce together. 16 oz. refried beans, 1 oz. taco seasoning, 8 oz. taco sauce
- On a floured surface, stretch and roll the dough into a 12-inch circle. 16 oz. pizza dough
- Spread the refried beans evenly over the dough.
- Drizzle on the remaining taco sauce.
- Top with ¾ of the cheese, tomatoes, bell pepper, and olives. Sprinkle on the remaining cheese. 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes, ½ cup chopped green bell pepper, ¼ cup sliced olives
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is brown.
- Top with dollops of sour cream, green onions, and cilantro if desired. Slice and serve! sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, sour cream
Equipment
- Pizza Pan
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How To Make Taco Pizza Step by Step
Preheat the oven and prepare the refried beans : Preheat the oven to 500°F. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 16 oz. of refried beans, 1 oz. of taco seasoning, and half of the taco sauce. Gently warm the refried bean mixture in the microwave to make it easier to spread on the dough.
Roll out the dough: Sprinkle flour on your countertop and stretch and roll 16 oz. of pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a pizza pan or sheet pan.
Build the pizza: Spread the refried bean mixture evenly over the dough.
Drizzle on the remaining taco sauce.
Top the pizza with ¾ of the cheese, ½ cup of tomatoes, ½ cup of bell peppers, and ¼ cup of olives. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Bake : Bake the pizza for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is brown.
Serve and top: Top with dollops of sour cream, green onions, and cilantro if desired. Slice and serve!
Variations on Homemade Taco Pizza
You can customize this easy taco pizza in so many ways:
- Spicy: Add thin jalapeño slices to the top of the pizza before or after cooking for a bit of heat.
- Crisp and crunchy: Add fresh pico de gallo , chopped fresh romaine lettuce, and crushed tortilla chips for a crisp, crunchy texture.
- Meaty: Add cooked Mexican chorizo or cooked ground beef with taco seasoning as a topping for a meat-lovers version of this homemade Taco Pizza recipe. This is also a great way to use up leftover taco meat by incorporating it as a topping on the pizza.
How to Store
If you plan to prepare taco pizza ahead of time, I recommend waiting until just before serving before adding the lettuce, tomato, and cheese to prevent sogginess.
Store leftover taco pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes, in the microwave, or in a skillet on the stovetop until warmed through.
Freeze taco pizza slices in a single layer on a lined baking sheet until solid, about 1-2 hours. Transfer the frozen pizza slices to an airtight container or Ziplock bag to store for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
This meal is perfect for serving alongside a variety of Mexican side dishes. Some of my favorites include cornbread salad , or if I am looking for something a little more filling, these hearty Mexican stuffed peppers hit the spot. Of course, no taco pizza is complete without a dollop of guacamole ! For dessert, I like to make churro cheesecake for dessert.
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Taco Pizza Recipe
Equipment
- Pizza Pan
Ingredients
- 16 oz. refried beans store-bought or homemade (1 can), black or pinto both work
- 1 oz. taco seasoning store-bought or homemade (1 packet)
- 8 oz. taco sauce store-bought or homemade, divided
- 16 oz. pizza dough store-bought or homemade, room temperature
- 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend Colby jack cheese, or mild cheddar cheese also work
- ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
- ¼ cup sliced olives
- sliced green onions optional, for topping
- fresh cilantro optional, for topping
- sour cream optional, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix the refried beans, taco seasoning, and half of the taco sauce together. 16 oz. refried beans, 1 oz. taco seasoning, 8 oz. taco sauce
- On a floured surface, stretch and roll the dough into a 12-inch circle. 16 oz. pizza dough
- Spread the refried beans evenly over the dough.
- Drizzle on the remaining taco sauce.
- Top with ¾ of the cheese, tomatoes, bell pepper, and olives. Sprinkle on the remaining cheese. 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes, ½ cup chopped green bell pepper, ¼ cup sliced olives
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is brown.
- Top with dollops of sour cream, green onions, and cilantro if desired. Slice and serve! sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, sour cream
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
