Description
These Pepperoni Pizza Tacos combine the best of two favorite foods: pizza and tacos. Crispy taco shells are filled with savory pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, tangy Parmesan, and spicy pepperoni, then baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for a fun weeknight dinner or party snack!
Ingredients
Scale
Taco Shells
- 8 small taco shells (soft or hard, your choice)
Fillings
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 20-25 slices of pepperoni
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the tacos to crispy, melty perfection.
- Prepare the taco shells: If using soft taco shells, lightly brush each shell with olive oil and place them in the oven for 5-7 minutes to crisp up. Skip this step if using hard taco shells.
- Assemble the tacos: Spread about a spoonful of pizza sauce into the bottom of each taco shell. Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, layer several slices of pepperoni on top, then sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, and garlic powder evenly over each taco.
- Bake the tacos: Arrange the assembled tacos on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the taco shells turn golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the tacos from the oven and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your delicious pepperoni pizza tacos!
Notes
- Soft taco shells can be brushed with olive oil and baked to add crispiness and prevent sogginess from the sauce.
- Feel free to use hard taco shells if you prefer added crunch without pre-baking.
- Customize toppings by adding bell peppers, olives, or extra cheeses for variation.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in an oven or toaster oven to maintain crispiness.
- Fresh basil adds a nice aromatic finish but is optional.
