Description
These Meat Lovers Pizza Tacos combine all your favorite pizza toppings wrapped in a crispy tortilla for a fun and hearty twist on traditional pizza. Ground beef, Italian sausage, pepperoni, olives, and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses come together with classic pizza seasonings and sauce to create a delicious handheld meal perfect for any occasion.
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
- 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
Base
- 8 small flour tortillas
Optional Garnishes
- Chopped basil
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the Meat Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and Italian sausage until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat. Stir in dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined, then set aside.
- Prepare Tortillas: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay out the tortillas on a baking sheet and spread a thin layer of pizza sauce evenly over each one.
- Assemble the Pizza Tacos: Evenly distribute the cooked meat mixture over the sauced tortillas. Top each with pepperoni slices, sliced black olives, shredded mozzarella, and cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly, and the tortilla edges turn crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Garnish with chopped basil, grated Parmesan, and red pepper flakes if desired. Cut each pizza taco into wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- Use small flour tortillas to help them hold their shape and become crispy when baked.
- Drain excess fat from the meat to prevent sogginess in the tacos.
- Feel free to customize toppings with your favorite pizza ingredients.
- Let the tacos cool briefly for easier handling and to avoid burning yourself.
- To keep the tortillas from becoming too soggy, avoid using too much pizza sauce.
