Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive-Thru)
Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive-Thru) layers crisp pan-fried tortillas with creamy refried beans and seasoned ground beef, then blankets them in a tangy mix of taco and enchilada sauces. A melty blend of mozzarella and Mexican cheeses finishes it off, crowned with fresh tomatoes, olives, and green onions. Great for game night or a fun weeknight dinner when you’re craving bold, nostalgic flavors.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive-Thru), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 16 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 49 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 20
- Heart Health
- 56
- Metabolic
- 43
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 2
Heat oil in a deep skillet over high heat; cook each tortilla in the skillet, turning often, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- 3
Place 4 tortillas on a baking sheet. Spread 3 tablespoons of refried beans evenly on each; add 2 to 3 tablespoons ground beef. Top with the remaining 4 tortillas.
- 4
Mix the taco sauce and enchilada sauce in a small bowl; spoon 2 tablespoons evenly over the tops of the tortillas. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of each type of cheese evenly over the top.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese melts, 3 to 4 minutes.
- 6
Top with diced tomatoes, black olives, and green onions.
- 7
Cut into quarters; serve immediately.
- Calories 952.55 kcal High 48%
- Protein 36.0 g Good Source 72%
- Carbohydrate 103.46 g 38%
- Total Fat 43.52 g High 56%
- Saturated Fat 18.76 g High 94%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 69.71 mg High 23%
- Sodium 2426.13 mg High 105%
- Dietary Fiber 5.96 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 6.27 g --
- Added Sugars 1.99 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 811.45 mg Good Source 62%
- Iron 3.46 mg Moderate 19%
- Potassium 368.97 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin A 162.96 mcg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin C 10.33 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.13 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive Thru) is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Tomatoes, Green Onion, Large Flour Tortilla, and Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend. Each serving provides about 952.55 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive-Thru) made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Tomatoes, Green Onion, Large Flour Tortilla, Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend, Mozzarella Cheese. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive-Thru)?
- About 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 952.55 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive-Thru) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive-Thru) healthy?
- Copycat Mexican Pizza (Better Than the Drive-Thru) has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 952.55 calories and 36.0 g of protein, or 72% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2426.13 mg (105% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 18.76 g (94% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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