Name: Taco Bell Mexican Pizza in the Air Fryer Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning; 12 6” soft tortilla shells; 1 cup refried beans; 8 oz colby jack cheese, shredded; 1 cup taco sauce; 1 cup chopped tomatoes; 1 cup white onion, chopped; 2 jalapenos, sliced; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 lime, cut into wedges

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Introduction

This Taco Bell Mexican Pizza is a fun and flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Crispy tortilla layers are loaded with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, cheese, and fresh toppings, all cooked to perfection in an air fryer. It’s a quick and satisfying meal that’s sure to please the whole family.

The dish shows a small round tortilla pizza on a white plate, placed on a wooden round tray over a white marbled surface. The pizza has two layers: the base is a light brown tortilla topped with a layer of red tomato sauce, covered by a thick layer of melted yellow and orange cheddar cheese. On top, there are green jalapeño slices arranged evenly, bright red chunks of tomato scattered around, and small white onion pieces along with some green cilantro leaves sprinkled over all. Around the plate, there are two whole dark green jalapeños and small bottles of red and green Tabasco sauce. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
12 6” soft tortilla shells
1 cup refried beans
8 oz colby jack cheese, shredded
1 cup taco sauce
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup white onion, chopped
2 jalapenos, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

Step 1: In a non-stick skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Halfway through cooking, add the taco seasoning and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 2: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 3: To assemble the taco pizzas, start with the bottom tortilla shell in the air fryer basket. Spread 2 ½ tablespoons of refried beans evenly over the tortilla.
Step 4: Top the beans with 2 ½ ounces of the seasoned ground beef, then sprinkle a light layer of shredded cheese over the meat.
Step 5: Place a second tortilla shell on top of the layered ingredients.
Step 6: Spread taco sauce over the top tortilla, then sprinkle generously with more shredded cheese.
Step 7: Depending on your air fryer size, you may need to cook the pizzas in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Step 8: Cook each taco pizza in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the edges of the tortilla shells are slightly browned and crispy.
Step 9: Carefully remove the taco pizzas and top each with chopped tomatoes, chopped onions, sliced jalapenos, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side and enjoy.

Tips & Variations

Use sharp cheddar or a Mexican cheese blend instead of colby jack for a different flavor.
For extra crispiness, lightly spray the top tortilla with cooking spray before air frying.
Add black olives or sliced avocado as fresh toppings for more variety.
If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the assembled pizzas in a preheated oven at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.

Storage

Store leftover taco pizzas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the air fryer or oven until heated through and the cheese is melted again. Avoid microwaving to keep the tortillas crisp.

How to Serve

A close-up showing a tall stack of three quesadilla layers on a white plate, set on a white marbled surface. Each quesadilla layer has a golden, slightly browned tortilla folded in half. The first bottom layer shows melted yellow cheese and dark brown cooked ground beef, with some folded tortilla edges crisply browned. The middle layer matches with juicy cooked beef and gooey cheese peeking out. The top layer is cut open to show ground beef inside, topped with melted cheese that is a bright yellow-orange color. Fresh small red tomato chunks and green chopped herbs are scattered on the layers, and dollops of white sour cream are seen on the edges and between layers. A bright green slice of jalapeño pepper rests on the top quesadilla, adding a fresh contrast. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the Mexican pizza without an air fryer?

Yes, you can bake the pizzas in a conventional oven at 375°F for about 12-15 minutes or until the cheese melts and the tortillas are crispy.

Can I prepare these in advance?

Absolutely! You can assemble the pizzas ahead of time and refrigerate them. Just add the fresh toppings like tomatoes, onions, and cilantro right before serving for the best texture.