Ground Beef Taco Pizza (Printable)

Savor zesty ground beef pizza with cheddar, jalapeños, and creamy sour cream drizzle.

# Components:

→ Pizza Base

01 - 1 large prepared pizza crust (12 inches)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Taco Beef

03 - 1 pound ground beef
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
07 - 1/3 cup water
08 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Toppings

09 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
11 - 1/3 cup sliced pickled jalapeños
12 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes (optional)
13 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
14 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)

→ Sour Cream Drizzle

15 - 1/2 cup sour cream
16 - 1 tablespoon milk or water
17 - 1 teaspoon lime juice

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone and brush lightly with olive oil.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it apart until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
03 - Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 2 minutes until softened.
04 - Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer until mixture thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat.
05 - Spread the seasoned beef evenly over the prepared crust. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly on top.
06 - Distribute sliced jalapeños and optional toppings (tomatoes, olives, green onions) over the cheese.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and crust is golden brown.
08 - Whisk sour cream, milk (or water), and lime juice until smooth. Transfer to a squeeze bottle or a small bag with a corner cut.
09 - Remove pizza from oven and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Drizzle sour cream mixture over the top, slice, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 35 minutes, which means you can have something restaurant-worthy on the table on a random Tuesday.
  • The taco beef is tender and flavorful without needing any fancy shortcuts or skills.
  • That sour cream drizzle cools down the heat from the jalapeños in the most satisfying way.
02 -
  • Don't skip draining excess fat from the beef—it sounds obvious, but a heavy hand with the grease will make the pizza soggy and overshadow the seasoning.
  • The sour cream drizzle is what elevates this from "pretty good" to "why isn't this in every restaurant," so don't skip it or make it too thick.
  • Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing; if you cut into it immediately, the cheese will be molten and slide right off.
03 -
  • If you want extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne to the beef mixture or use a spicy taco seasoning blend instead of the standard version.
  • A squeeze bottle really does make a difference for that drizzle—it gives you control and creates those beautiful lines that make the pizza look finished and intentional.
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