Pizza Pepperoni Tacos: When Taco Night Meets Pizza Night
Pizza Pepperoni Tacos are a playful, cheesy mash-up that combines two family favorites into one fun dish. With crispy taco shells, melty mozzarella, zesty pizza sauce, and loads of pepperoni, these tacos are bursting with flavor.
Perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or even game-day spreads, they’re quick to make, kid-friendly, and guaranteed to please both pizza and taco lovers.
A Cheesy, Crispy, Crowd Favorite
These Pizza Pepperoni Tacos bring the best of both worlds. The shells bake up crisp, the cheese turns golden and gooey, and the pepperoni adds that unmistakable pizza punch. It’s a simple recipe that feels special — and one you’ll want to make again and again.
Serving Suggestions
Pro Tips for the Perfect Pizza Tacos
- Customize the Filling: Try adding mushrooms, olives, or cooked sausage for a supreme-style taco.
- Extra Crispy: Brush the taco shells lightly with olive oil before baking for a golden crunch.
- Double Cheese: Mix mozzarella with cheddar for even more cheesy pull.
- Kid-Friendly: Let everyone build their own pizza tacos with toppings they love.
Pizza Pepperoni Tacos Recipe
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 (8 tacos)
Equipment: Baking sheet, parchment paper
Ingredients
- 8 small taco shells (soft or hard)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 20–25 slices pepperoni
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Optional Toppings
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra Parmesan for sprinkling
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Assemble Tacos: Place taco shells on sheet. Spread pizza sauce inside, then add mozzarella, Parmesan, and pepperoni slices. Sprinkle with oregano.
- Bake: Cook for 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with basil, Parmesan, or red pepper flakes. Serve hot and enjoy!
Ready to Serve!
These Pizza Pepperoni Tacos are crunchy, cheesy, and just plain fun. A mash-up meal that everyone will love — ready in 20 minutes flat.
Storage Solutions
- Refrigerate: Store cooled tacos in foil or an airtight container up to 2 days.
- Reheat: Place in oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes to re-crisp shells.
- Not Freezer-Friendly: Best enjoyed fresh, as taco shells lose their texture when frozen.
Pizza Pepperoni Tacos
Crispy taco shells filled with gooey mozzarella, pepperoni, and zesty pizza sauce — a fun twist on taco night.
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 (8 tacos) 1x
Ingredients
- 8 small taco shells (soft or hard)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 20–25 slices pepperoni
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Optional Toppings
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra Parmesan for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Assemble Tacos: Place taco shells on sheet. Spread pizza sauce inside, then add mozzarella, Parmesan, and pepperoni slices. Sprinkle with oregano.
- Bake: Cook for 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with basil, Parmesan, or red pepper flakes. Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
