Description
Delicious Meat Lovers Pizza Tacos combine the best of two favorites – the hearty, savory flavors of ground beef, Italian sausage, and pepperoni stacked on crispy baked flour tortillas with classic pizza toppings like mozzarella, cheddar, pizza sauce, and olives. Perfect for a quick 30-minute meal that’s fun to make and even better to eat, these tacos bring a cheesy, meaty twist to taco night!
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings & Assembly
- 1/2 lb pepperoni slices
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 8 small flour tortillas
Optional Garnishes
- Chopped basil
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until fully browned and cooked through. Once done, drain any excess fat to avoid greasiness. Season the meat mixture by adding dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and then set the skillet aside.
- Prepare the Tortillas: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay out the small flour tortillas on a clean surface or baking sheet. Spread a thin, even layer of pizza sauce over each tortilla to serve as the base for the toppings.
- Assemble the Pizza Tacos: Evenly distribute the cooked meat mixture across each tortilla. Layer pepperoni slices and sliced black olives on top for that classic pizza flavor. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese generously over everything to create a cheesy, melty topping.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the assembled tortillas on a baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely, becomes bubbly, and the edges of the tortillas turn crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Carefully remove the tacos from the oven and allow them to cool slightly for safe handling. Optionally garnish with chopped fresh basil, a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for added flavor and presentation. Cut each pizza taco into wedges and serve warm for the best experience.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the excess fat from the cooked meat mixture to prevent soggy tacos.
- You can substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas if preferred, but flour tortillas hold up better during baking.
- Feel free to add other favorite pizza toppings like mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions for extra flavor and texture.
- For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes into the meat mixture while cooking.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a toaster oven or regular oven to keep the tortillas crispy.
