Taco Bell Mexican Pizza in the Air Fryer Recipe
This Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe combines the savory flavors of seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and melted colby jack cheese layered between soft tortilla shells, then air-fried to a crispy perfection. Topped with fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, and cilantro, and served with lime wedges, this dish offers a deliciously easy homemade twist on a fast food favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 6 taco pizzas (using 12 tortillas, 2 per pizza) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
Base Ingredients
- 12 6” soft tortilla shells
- 1 cup refried beans
- 8 oz colby jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup taco sauce
Toppings
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup white onion, chopped
- 2 jalapenos, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until it begins to brown. Halfway through cooking, sprinkle in the taco seasoning and mix well. Continue cooking until the beef is fully cooked through. Once done, set aside.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Assemble the taco pizza: Start by placing one 6-inch tortilla shell at the bottom of the air fryer basket. Evenly spread 2 ½ tablespoons of refried beans over the tortilla, followed by 2 ½ ounces of the browned seasoned ground beef. Sprinkle a small amount of shredded colby jack cheese on top, then place a second tortilla shell over the layered ingredients.
- Add sauce and cheese: Using a spoon, spread taco sauce evenly on top of the second tortilla shell, then sprinkle additional shredded cheese to cover the sauce. This creates a flavorful, cheesy topping layer.
- Cook the taco pizzas: Depending on the size of your air fryer, cook the tacos in batches if necessary. Air fry the assembled taco pizzas at 350°F for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and the edges of the tortilla shells turn crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the taco pizzas from the air fryer. Top each pizza with chopped tomatoes, onions, jalapeno slices, and chopped fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook tacos in batches if needed for even cooking.
- You can substitute colby jack cheese with a Mexican blend or cheddar cheese if desired.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity based on your spice preference.
- For a crispier tortilla bottom, you can pre-toast the base tortilla slightly in the air fryer before assembling.
- Leftover taco pizzas can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to maintain crispiness.
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