This Easy & Delicious Tortilla Pizza is a quick and flavorful meal that combines all the cheesy, savory satisfaction of pizza with the crispy, light texture of a tortilla base. Topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a tasty snack.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare and customizable to suit your tastes. The thin tortilla base crisps up beautifully in the oven, giving you a crunchy, satisfying bite without the heaviness of traditional pizza dough. It’s ideal for busy weeknights, kid-friendly meals, or a fast homemade alternative to takeout.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
- Large flour tortillas
- Ground beef
- Taco seasoning or your preferred spice blend
- Tomato sauce or pizza sauce
- Shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Sliced jalapeños
- Fresh cilantro or basil, chopped
- Olive oil (for brushing)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat. Add taco seasoning and cook until browned. Remove from heat.
- Place tortillas on a baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil.
- Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on each tortilla.
- Add a layer of shredded cheese, followed by cooked beef.
- Top with cherry tomatoes, jalapeños, and more cheese if desired.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and the edges are crisp.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped cilantro or basil, slice, and serve immediately.
Servings and timing
This recipe yields 2 tortilla pizzas and takes about 20 minutes total—10 minutes prep and 10 minutes cook time.
Variations
- Vegetarian: Use black beans, corn, and peppers instead of beef.
- Spicy Version: Add crushed red pepper flakes or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- BBQ Chicken: Replace the sauce with barbecue sauce and top with grilled chicken and red onions.
- Breakfast Style: Use scrambled eggs, sausage, and cheese for a breakfast twist.
Storage/Reheating
Store leftover slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes or in a skillet over medium heat until warmed and crisp. Avoid microwaving, as the tortilla may become soggy.
FAQs
Can I use corn tortillas?
Yes, but flour tortillas hold up better and crisp more evenly for this recipe.
What sauce is best?
Standard pizza sauce or tomato sauce seasoned with garlic and herbs works well.
Can I cook these in a skillet?
Yes, cook on medium heat with a lid to melt the cheese, then uncover to crisp the base.
Can I make them ahead?
You can prep the toppings in advance, but assemble just before baking for best results.
What cheese melts best?
A mix of cheddar and mozzarella gives both flavor and excellent melt.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free tortillas and check all other ingredients.
Are tortilla pizzas kid-friendly?
Absolutely—they’re easy to customize and fun to make with children.
How do I prevent sogginess?
Use a light layer of sauce and bake directly on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
Can I freeze tortilla pizzas?
It’s not recommended to freeze assembled pizzas, but you can freeze the cooked beef separately.
What sides go well with this?
A fresh salad, chips and salsa, or roasted vegetables pair nicely.
Conclusion
Easy & Delicious Tortilla Pizza is a perfect go-to meal when you’re short on time but craving something satisfying. With endless topping combinations, quick cooking time, and irresistible flavor, this recipe is a must-have for your weekly meal rotation. Simple, flavorful, and endlessly customizable—it’s pizza night, reinvented.
PrintEasy & Delicious Tortilla Pizza
This Easy & Delicious Tortilla Pizza is a quick and flavorful meal that combines all the cheesy, savory satisfaction of pizza with the crispy, light texture of a tortilla base. Topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a tasty snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 tortilla pizzas 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 200g ground beef
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning or preferred spice blend
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat. Add taco seasoning and cook until browned. Remove from heat.
- Place tortillas on a baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil.
- Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on each tortilla.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese over the sauce, then top with cooked beef.
- Add cherry tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and tortilla edges are crispy.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped cilantro or basil, slice, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Vegetarian variation: Replace beef with black beans, corn, and bell peppers.
- Try a BBQ chicken version by swapping tomato sauce for barbecue sauce and using grilled chicken and red onions.
- For a breakfast pizza, top with scrambled eggs, sausage, and cheese.
- Avoid overloading with sauce to maintain crispiness.
- Use gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla pizza
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg