Indulge in the flavors of a classic pizza combined with the convenience of a taco. These Oven Baked Supreme Pizza Tacos are filled with all your favorite pizza toppings and baked to perfection. It's a fun and easy twist on traditional pizza, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend party. Serve them up with a side of marinara sauce for dipping and enjoy the cheesy goodness in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 8 taco shells
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground Italian sausage, diced bell pepper, and diced onion over medium heat until the sausage is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the sliced black olives, sliced pepperoni, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, pizza sauce, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
- Place the taco shells on a baking sheet and fill each shell with the pizza mixture. Press the filling down gently to pack it tightly into the shell.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the taco shells are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the pizza tacos cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Oven Baked Supreme Pizza Tacos with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
- Enjoy the delicious fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors in every bite!
Interesting Facts
Pizza tacos are a popular street food in some parts of Mexico, where they are often served with traditional Mexican toppings like salsa and guacamole.
You can customize the toppings of these pizza tacos to suit your taste. Feel free to add extra veggies, different cheeses, or even a sprinkle of chili flakes for some heat.
Leftover pizza tacos can be reheated in the oven or microwave for a quick and tasty meal the next day.