Taco pizza recipe

Updated on October 4th, 2025

When you want something fast and flavorful, this taco pizza recipe is a great go-to for busy nights. It combines everything you love about tacos with the comfort of pizza, using Pillsbury crescent rolls as a soft and buttery crust. The crust is baked, spread with refried beans, and topped with taco meat, cheese, and fresh vegetables. It’s simple to make, easy to customize, and a fun way to change up taco night at home.

Why this recipe works

• Fun twist: Combining the flavors of tacos and pizza gives you a dish that’s familiar yet new, making it exciting to serve for family meals.
• Simple process: Using crescent roll dough for the crust saves time and adds a buttery flavor that pairs well with the seasoned beef.
• Layered flavor: Refried beans, taco meat, cheese, and fresh toppings create multiple layers of taste in every bite.
• Custom toppings: You can easily change the toppings by adding jalapeños, salsa, or sour cream based on what you like best.
• Crowd favorite: The dish is easy to slice and serve, making it perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or even casual game nights.

Serving suggestions

• Family dinner: Serve taco pizza with a side of Mexican rice or a light salad for a complete and filling meal.
• Party platter: Cut the pizza into squares and serve as bite-sized appetizers during parties or get-togethers.
• Game night: Pair it with chips, guacamole, and salsa for a fun, build-your-own style dinner everyone will enjoy.
• Lunch idea: Reheat a slice in the oven or air fryer for a quick and flavorful lunch that tastes just as good the next day.
• Kids’ favorite: Serve it with mild toppings for younger eaters and let them add their own sauces or cheese for fun.

Taco pizza recipe

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Try this taco pizza recipe made with crescent rolls, taco meat, refried beans, and melted cheese for an easy meal packed with Tex-Mex flavor.

• Author: Bobby
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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• 1lb lean ground beef
• 1 envelope taco seasoning mix
• 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated Pillsbury crescent rolls
• 1 (16 ounces) can refried beans
• 2–3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 4 green onions (chopped)

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook while breaking up the meat into chunks with a spoon or spatula until browned. Drain any excess liquid. Add the taco seasoning to the ground beef and cook according to the package directions.
2. Lightly grease an 11 ½ inch by 16 ½ inch cooking sheet. Unroll the crescent rolls and place onto the bottom and up the sides of the cooking sheet. Place into the oven and bake at 375 degrees for 11 to 13 minutes or until golden brown.
3. Place the refried beans into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for about 1 minute. Stir the refried beans and spread them evenly over the top of the warm pizza crust. Top with the taco meat, sprinkle with the Mexican cheese blend and top with tomatoes, black olives, and green onion. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 279
• Sugar: 1.5 g
• Sodium: 631 mg
• Fat: 13.1 g
• Carbohydrates: 11.5 g
• Protein: 28.4 g
• Cholesterol: 69.6 mg