Making this chicken taco pizza recipe saves me from having to choose between two of my favorites! I load up pizza dough with my favorite taco fixings, including taco-seasoned chicken, Mexican cheese, cherry tomatoes, and refried beans. Then I just pop it in the oven to bake on a sheet pan, and it’s ready in 30 minutes. It’s everything I love about tacos turned into the perfect pizza night meal!
Sheet Pan Mexican Chicken Pizza
Everyone goes crazy when I make this taco pizza with chicken. Seriously, I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been asked for the recipe after making it for game day or a potluck. And they’re always so surprised when they see how easy it is to make!
I use pre-made pizza dough, which makes things so much easier. Store-bought taco seasoning, taco sauce, and refried beans all save me time and energy to focus on the succulent chicken. When everything comes together, the flavor is incredible–truly just like a taco in pizza form!
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Use Leftover Chicken
I usually cook the chicken fresh as I prepare my taco pizza, but I’ve also made this recipe using shredded, leftover, or rotisserie chicken. To do this, mix the taco seasoning and taco sauce in a bowl with the cooked chicken, then add it to the pizza base as directed.
Chicken Taco Pizza Recipe
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-size pieces*)
- 1 ounce taco seasoning
- 8 ounces taco sauce (**)
- 16 ounces pizza dough (***)
- 16 ounces refried beans (1 can)
- 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup green bell pepper (chopped)
- ¼ cup sliced olives
- 2 scallions (sliced)
Optional Garnishes:
- fresh cilantro
- sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until browned, about 5 minutes.2 teaspoons olive oil, 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Add the taco seasoning and taco sauce, and continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through; about 5 more minutes. Set aside.1 ounce taco seasoning, 8 ounces taco sauce
- On a clean work surface, roll the pizza dough into a rectangle or 10-12 inch circle. Transfer the rolled out dough to the prepared baking sheet. Spread the refried beans onto the crust in an even layer.16 ounces pizza dough, 16 ounces refried beans
- Top with ¾ of the cheese, the chicken, tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, and scallions. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes, ½ cup green bell pepper, ¼ cup sliced olives, 2 scallions
- Bake the pizza for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown. Top with cilantro, sour cream, and serve.fresh cilantro, sour cream
Notes
- The chicken should be fully cooked to 165F before adding it to the pizza.
- I bake my pizza on a sheet pan for ease, and I like the way it crisps up the crust. You can use a pizza pan or stone instead.
- I prefer a rectangular pizza, but you can make a round pizza instead.
- Thoroughly spread the refried beans wherever you add the toppings. This helps create a barrier between the pizza dough and the toppings, preventing a soggy crust.
Note: Water, salt, pepper, oil, and broth are not counted as ingredients on this site.
Pizza Toppings
You can customize this homemade chicken taco pizza to suit your individual tastes. Here are some of my fav topping ideas:
- Refried Beans: You could swap for refried black beans or guacamole.
- Cheese: Mexican blend is delish, but mozzarella, cheddar, or Monterey Jack also work.
- Tomatoes: I halved cherry tomatoes, but diced tomatoes work too.
- Veggies: I used green peppers and olives, but corn or jalapeños make great additions.
- Scallions: Diced red onion works great here!
How to Make Chicken Taco Pizza Step by Step
Cook the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 500°F, then line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Cook 2 diced chicken breasts for about 5 minutes.
Add the Sauce: Then mix in 1 ounce of taco seasoning and 8 ounces of taco sauce with the chicken. Stir to evenly coat the chicken, then let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, until cooked through. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.
Prepare the Dough: Next, roll out 16 ounces of pre-made pizza dough onto a clean surface. Roll it into a rectangle, or 10-12 inch circle (whichever shape you prefer). Carefully move the rolled pizza dough onto your previously prepared baking sheet. Then evenly spread 16 ounces of refried beans across the pizza dough, leaving a thin border around the edges.
Top the Pizza: Next, layer on 2 cups of shredded Mexican cheese, ½ cup of halved cherry tomatoes, ½ cup of chopped green bell pepper, ¼ cup of sliced olives, 2 sliced scallions, and the cooked chicken. Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese. Be sure to spread out the toppings evenly.
Bake the Pizza: Place the taco pizza into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes; or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Top with a few dollops of sour cream and fresh cilantro, slice, and enjoy!
How to Store, Freeze, and Reheat
Mexican chicken pizza is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. But leftovers can be stored in an airtight container, or wrapped in foil, in the refrigerator for 3 days. To reheat, pop it in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes, or microwave individual slices whenever you need a quick pizza fix. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. Just be sure to let it thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
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