Make a delicious and quick Air Fryer Taco Pizza with crispy crust, seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Air Fryer Taco Pizza is a fun and flavorful twist on traditional pizza, combining all the best taco ingredients on a crispy, golden crust.
The seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream create a satisfying and easy meal. It cooks quickly in the air fryer, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or a casual weekend dinner.
Customize the pizza with your favorite taco ingredients for a personalized touch that everyone will love.
Serve alongside Air Fryer Spinach Strawberry Salad or Chick Fil A Carrot and Raisin Salad.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
You’ll love Air Fryer Taco Pizza because it’s a fun fusion of two beloved dishes—tacos and pizza. The air fryer makes it crispy and golden, without all the extra oil. It’s a quick and easy recipe, perfect for busy weeknights. You can customize the toppings to suit everyone’s taste, from taco meat to veggies. It’s a perfect meal to enjoy with family or friends. Plus, it’s a great way to spice up pizza night!
Ingredients Needed
- Pizza Dough: The foundation of your taco pizza, pizza dough provides the perfect canvas for layering all the flavorful toppings.
- Ground Beef: The savory and hearty base layer, bringing that classic taco flavor.
- Taco Seasoning: A blend of spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, taco seasoning infuses the beef with that signature Mexican-inspired taste.
- Salsa: Adds a punch of flavor and moisture to the pizza, giving it an authentic taco twist.
- Refried Beans: To provide creaminess and another dimension of taste.
- Shredded Cheese: Adds gooey, melty goodness that binds all the ingredients together.
- Tomatoes: Bring a refreshing freshness and juiciness to contrast with the savory elements.
- Red or Green Onion: Add a mild sharpness and a touch of crunch to each bite.
- Black Olives: Contribute a briny, earthy flavor that pairs beautifully with the other toppings.
- Jalapeños: Provide the perfect kick to your taco pizza.
- Sour Cream: The finishing touch that cools down the heat and adds a delightful creaminess.
- Cilantro: A fragrant and herbaceous garnish that enhances the overall flavor profile.
How To Make Air Fryer Taco Pizza
Step One: Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F (190°C) for 2-3 minutes. Roll out your pizza dough to fit the size of your air fryer basket or baking pan. You may need to do this on a lightly floured surface. Lightly grease the air fryer basket with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking. Carefully transfer the rolled-out pizza dough into the basket. Trim any excess dough that hangs over the sides. If you have an air fryer oven you can use a regular baking sheet.
Step Two: Air fry the pizza dough at 375 degrees F (190°C) for about 3-4 minutes or until it starts to puff up and turn slightly golden. This step helps ensure a crispy crust.
Step Three: While the crust is par-baking, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Add taco seasoning and follow the package instructions. Drain any excess grease.
Step Four: Once the crust is par-baked, spread a layer of refried beans over the crust, followed by salsa. Sprinkle cooked ground beef evenly over the beans and salsa. Then, add a generous amount of shredded cheese.
Step Five: Scatter sliced tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and jalapeños (if using) over the cheese layer.
Step Six: Place the loaded pizza back into the air fryer basket. Continue to air fry at 375°F (190°C) for another 5-7 minutes or until the crust is golden brown, the cheese is melted, and the toppings are heated through.
Step Seven: Remove the taco pizza from the air fryer and let it cool slightly. Before serving, garnish with dollops of sour cream and fresh cilantro leaves. Use a pizza cutter to slice your Air Fryer Taco Pizza into portions, and serve it up while it’s hot and crispy.
Air Fryer Taco Pizza Recipe Tips
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheating your air fryer is crucial to ensure the pizza cooks evenly and the crust becomes crispy.
- Use Fresh Pizza Dough: While store-bought pizza dough is convenient, consider using fresh pizza dough from a bakery for a tastier and more authentic crust.
- Par-Bake the Crust: Par-baking the crust for a few minutes before adding the toppings helps prevent a soggy bottom and ensures a crispy base for your taco pizza.
- Season Ground Beef Well: Season your ground beef with taco seasoning for authentic taco flavor. You can even add a bit of water to create a saucier texture.
- Thinly Slice Toppings: Thinly slice ingredients like tomatoes, red onions, black olives, and jalapeños to ensure they cook evenly in the air fryer and provide better flavor distribution.
- Layer Ingredients Carefully: Layer the toppings evenly over the pizza to ensure each slice has a balanced combination of flavors.
- Don’t Overload the Pizza: While it’s tempting to add lots of toppings, be mindful not to overload the pizza, as this can affect cooking and make it difficult to handle.
- Use a Parchment Round: Placing a parchment paper round or liner under the pizza in the air fryer basket can help with easy removal and cleanup.
- Check Doneness: Keep an eye on the pizza as it cooks. Cooking times can vary depending on your air fryer model and the thickness of the crust, so check for doneness to avoid overcooking.
- Garnish After Cooking: Add fresh garnishes like sour cream and cilantro after cooking to maintain their freshness and flavor.
- Experiment with Toppings: Feel free to get creative with toppings to suit your taste. Add ingredients like avocado, sliced jalapeños, or even a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor.
Air Fryer Taco Pizza Recipe Faqs
Can I use store-bought pizza dough for this recipe? Yes, you can use store-bought pizza dough for convenience. However, using fresh pizza dough from a bakery can yield a tastier and more authentic crust.
Can I make this pizza vegetarian or vegan? Absolutely! You can make a vegetarian or vegan version of Taco Pizza by omitting the ground beef and using plant-based cheese and toppings like bell peppers, black beans, and avocado.
What type of salsa should I use? You can use your favorite type of salsa, whether it’s mild, medium, or hot, depending on your spice preference.
How do I prevent the pizza from getting soggy? To prevent a soggy crust, make sure to par-bake the pizza dough before adding toppings.
Can I use a pizza stone in the air fryer? It’s generally not recommended to use a pizza stone in an air fryer due to size limitations.
Can I freeze leftover taco pizza? Yes, you can freeze leftover taco pizza. Wrap it in aluminum foil or plastic wrap and place it in an airtight container before freezing. Reheat in the air fryer or oven when ready to enjoy.
What other toppings can I add to taco pizza? You can get creative with toppings! Consider adding ingredients like sliced avocado, diced red bell peppers, sliced black olives, diced jalapeños, or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor.
Can I use a different protein instead of ground beef? Certainly! You can use ground chicken, turkey, or even a meat substitute like crumbled tofu or tempeh to replace the ground beef.
How do I reheat taco pizza in the air fryer? To reheat taco pizza, place it in the air fryer at a lower temperature (around 300°F or 150°C) for a few minutes until it’s heated through and the crust is crispy.
Can I use a different type of cheese? Yes, you can use different types of cheese to suit your taste. Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend are popular choices but feel free to experiment with your favorite cheese varieties.
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Air Fryer Taco Pizza
Description
Ingredients
- 13.8 ounces Pizza dough, refrigerated dough
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 ounce Taco seasoning
- 1 cup Salsa
- 15 ounces Refried beans
- 8 ounces Shredded cheese, cheddar or Mexican blend
- 1 whole Tomatoes, sliced
- 1/4 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup Jalapeños, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for a few minutes.
- Prepare the Pizza Dough: Roll out your pizza dough to fit the size of your air fryer basket. You may need to do this on a lightly floured surface.
- Place Dough in the Air Fryer: Lightly grease the air fryer basket with olive oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking. Carefully transfer the rolled-out pizza dough into the basket. Trim any excess dough that hangs over the sides.
- Par-Bake the Crust: Air fry the pizza dough at 375°F (190°C) for about 3-4 minutes or until it starts to puff up and turn slightly golden. This step helps ensure a crispy crust.
- Cook the Ground Beef: While the crust is par-baking, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Add taco seasoning and follow the package instructions. Drain any excess grease.
- Assemble the Taco Pizza: Once the crust is par-baked, spread a layer of refried beans over the crust, followed by salsa. Sprinkle cooked ground beef evenly over the beans and salsa. Then, add a generous amount of shredded cheese.
- Add Toppings: Scatter sliced tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and jalapeños (if using) over the cheese layer.
- Air Fry the Taco Pizza: Place the loaded pizza back into the air fryer basket. Continue to air fry at 375°F (190°C) for another 5-7 minutes or until the crust is golden brown, the cheese is melted, and the toppings are heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the taco pizza from the air fryer and let it cool slightly. Before serving, garnish with dollops of sour cream and fresh cilantro leaves.
- Slice and Enjoy: Use a pizza cutter to slice your Air Fryer Taco Pizza into portions, and serve it up while it’s hot and crispy.
Equipment
- Air Fryer, Air Fryer Oven, Air Fryer Basket, or Toaster Oven
- Baking Pan, if using an air fryer oven
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper
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