Taco Pizza with Crescent Rolls
A delightful blend of tacos and pizza featuring a crispy crescent dough crust topped with seasoned ground beef, melting cheese, and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Crust
- 16 oz crescent dough sheets Buttery and flaky, forms the base for pizza.
Main ingredients
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef Rich and hearty protein.
- 2 oz taco seasoning Infuses the beef with flavor.
- 3.5 cups shredded Colby and Monterey Jack cheese Provides richness and indulgence.
- ¾ cup water Integrates the taco seasoning.
Toppings
- 1 cup quartered grape tomatoes Adds a fresh burst of flavor.
- ⅓ cup thinly sliced green onions Adds a refreshing crunch.
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro Optional garnish for flavor.
- sour cream Optional topping for rich flavor.
- hot sauce Optional for extra heat.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Unroll one crescent dough sheet onto an ungreased baking sheet, stretching to cover half of the sheet. Repeat with the second sheet, overlapping in the middle, and press seams to seal.
Baking the Crust
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking the Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef and cook until no longer pink, about 5–6 minutes.
- Drain excess fat, stir in taco seasoning and water, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
Assembling the Pizza
- Spread cooked taco meat evenly across the baked crust.
- Add shredded cheese on top, covering the meat.
Final Baking
- Return to oven and bake for an additional 4–5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.
Adding Toppings
- Sprinkle with grape tomatoes and green onions. Drizzle with sour cream and hot sauce if desired.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, use ground turkey or chicken and consider more veggies. Ensure your oven is preheated and drain beef fat for a lighter pizza.