Introduction

This Ranch Taco Pizza combines the savory goodness of classic sausage pizza with crunchy tortilla chips, seasoned ground beef, and fresh toppings. It’s a fun and flavorful twist that’s perfect for a casual dinner or game night snack.

The image shows a close-up view of a round pizza on a wooden board, placed on a white marbled surface with a green cloth partially visible nearby. The pizza has three main layers: a light golden crust that is thick and soft, a creamy melted cheese layer spread evenly across, and topped with slices of green jalapeño peppers and pieces of grilled meat that look juicy and slightly charred. Small bits of herbs are scattered over the cheese giving an added texture. The photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 12″ HRI Classic Sausage Pizza
1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
1 cup ground beef, browned
½ tomato, chopped
¾ cup lettuce, chopped
½ cup ranch dressing
2 tbsp green onion, sliced

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and remove the pizza from all packaging.
Step 2: Evenly spread the crushed tortilla chips, browned ground beef, and chopped tomato over the pizza crust.
Step 3: Place the pizza directly on the oven rack and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Remove the pizza from the oven. Top it with chopped lettuce, drizzle ranch dressing over the surface, and sprinkle sliced green onions.
Step 5: Cut the pizza into squares and serve immediately. Enjoy the mix of crunchy textures and fresh flavors!

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce before baking.
Substitute ground beef with cooked shredded chicken or turkey for a different protein.
Use your favorite brand of tortilla chips or swap ranch dressing for a spicy chipotle sauce.
To keep the chips crunchy, add most toppings after baking and reserve the lettuce and ranch for a fresh finish.

Storage

Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven to preserve the crispiness of the crust, avoiding the microwave when possible to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

A round pizza with a thick, light golden brown crust sits on a round wooden board. The pizza is topped with a bottom layer of melted white cheese that covers the entire surface, followed by scattered browned pieces of meat and thin slices of fresh green jalapeños spread evenly on top. The cheese has a slightly bubbly and stretchy texture, and the jalapeños add a fresh, crisp look. The background is a white marbled surface with a few whole green jalapeños placed around the wooden board. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this pizza without pre-cooked ground beef?

Yes, just brown the ground beef in a skillet seasoned with your favorite taco spices before adding it to the pizza.

Is it okay to use a frozen sausage pizza instead of fresh?

Absolutely! This recipe works well with frozen pizzas; just follow the baking instructions on the packaging and add the taco toppings as directed.

Ranch Taco Pizza Recipe

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This Ranch Taco Pizza combines the comforting flavors of a classic sausage pizza with the zesty, fresh ingredients of a taco. Topped with crunchy tortilla chips, seasoned ground beef, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, ranch dressing, and green onions, this pizza makes a perfect fusion dish that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Author: Ella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Pizza
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Base

1 12″ HRI Classic Sausage Pizza

Toppings

1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
1 cup ground beef, browned
½ tomato, chopped
¾ cup lettuce, chopped
½ cup ranch dressing
2 tbsp green onion, sliced

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 450°F (232°C) to prepare for baking the pizza.
Prepare the pizza: Remove the 12-inch HRI Classic Sausage Pizza from all packaging and place it on a clean surface.
Add taco toppings: Evenly sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips, browned ground beef, and chopped tomato onto the pizza base.
Bake the pizza: Place the prepared pizza directly on the oven rack to ensure a crispy crust. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and toppings are heated through.
Finish with fresh toppings: Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with chopped lettuce, drizzle with ranch dressing, and scatter sliced green onions over the top for fresh flavor and crunch.
Serve: Cut the pizza into squares and serve warm. Enjoy!

Notes

For extra spice, consider adding jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce.
Brown the ground beef with taco seasoning for enhanced flavor.
To keep the lettuce crisp, add it after baking as directed.
You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or a plant-based alternative if desired.
Using crushed tortilla chips adds a crunchy texture typical of taco dishes.

Keywords: Ranch Taco Pizza, Taco Pizza, Sausage Pizza, Ground Beef Pizza, Oven Baked Pizza, Fusion Pizza Recipe