Pepperoni Pizza Tacos 🌮🍕
Taco night meets pizza night—and it’s everything you dreamed it would be. Cheesy, saucy, meaty, and loaded with your favorite pizza toppings, these Pepperoni Pizza Tacos are a quick, customizable dinner the whole family will love!
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🛒 Ingredients
• 8–10 taco shells (hard or soft—your choice!)
• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce or pizza sauce
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or more mozzarella)
• 3–4 oz pepperoni slices
Optional Toppings:
• Diced bell peppers
• Sliced jalapeños
• Black olives
• Sliced mushrooms
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📌 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Meat Filling
• In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef (or sausage), breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
• Add chopped onion and cook until soft (about 5 minutes).
• Stir in garlic and cook 1 more minute.
• Add tomato or pizza sauce, oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2️⃣ Prep the Shells
• Warm hard taco shells in the oven according to the package.
• For soft shells, heat in a skillet or microwave until pliable.
3️⃣ Assemble the Tacos
• Fill each taco shell with the meat mixture.
• Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
• Add pepperoni slices and any additional toppings you like.
4️⃣ Bake (Optional but awesome)
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Place tacos on a baking sheet and bake for 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
• Serve hot with extra pizza sauce or marinara for dipping if you like!
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💡 Tips & Variations
• Meat Options: Try ground turkey, chicken, or spicy Italian sausage.
• Cheese Swap: Use provolone, Monterey Jack, or a pizza blend.
• Add Heat: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or add spicy pepperoni.
• Veggie Boost: Mix sautéed mushrooms, onions, or peppers into the meat filling.
• Make It a Bar: Let everyone build their own taco with toppings of their choice!
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Fun, fast, and packed with flavor—these Pepperoni Pizza Tacos are your new weeknight dinner hero!