Saucy Beef Taco Pizza

This Saucy Beef Taco Pizza is the ultimate weeknight comfort food, combining the savory satisfaction of ground beef with the zesty kick of taco sauce and green chilies. Built on a buttery, flaky crescent roll crust, it offers a perfect blend of textures: crunchy corn chips, creamy sour cream, and melty cheese. The dish is incredibly easy to assemble, making it ideal for busy family dinners or casual gatherings. With toppings like fresh lettuce, avocado, and tomatoes added after baking, it provides a refreshing contrast to the hot, savory base.

Cooking Method: Baking, Frying

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 1

Calories: 1063

Description

This Saucy Beef Taco Pizza is the ultimate weeknight comfort food, combining the savory satisfaction of ground beef with the zesty kick of taco sauce and green chilies. Built on a buttery, flaky crescent roll crust, it offers a perfect blend of textures: crunchy corn chips, creamy sour cream, and melty cheese. The dish is incredibly easy to assemble, making it ideal for busy family dinners or casual gatherings. With toppings like fresh lettuce, avocado, and tomatoes added after baking, it provides a refreshing contrast to the hot, savory base.

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink.
3
Drain excess fat from the beef mixture.
4
Stir in 1 cup of taco sauce, drained green chilies, and sliced olives into the beef mixture. Simmer for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
5
Separate the refrigerated rolls into 8 triangles and press them into a greased 9 to 10-inch pie pan to form a sealed crust.
6
Sprinkle 1 cup of crushed corn chips evenly over the dough crust.
7
Spread the beef mixture evenly over the corn chips.
8
Spread sour cream evenly over the beef layer.
9
Top with shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses.
10
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of crushed corn chips over the cheese.
11
Add sliced mushrooms if desired.
12
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
13
Let cool for 5 minutes before cutting into wedges.
14
Serve with shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, diced tomato, and remaining taco sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1063kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 63g97%
Saturated Fat 28g140%
Cholesterol 238mg80%
Sodium 2297mg96%
Total Carbohydrate 49g17%
Dietary Fiber 12g48%
Sugars 22g
Protein 78g156%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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