Pepperoni Pizza Tacos 🍕🌮
The ultimate mashup! Crispy taco shells stuffed with melty cheese, zesty pizza sauce, and spicy pepperoni—perfect for game day, kids’ dinners, or late-night cravings.
Why You’ll Love Them
✔ Ready in 15 mins – Faster than delivery!
✔ Kid-approved – Fun to make and eat.
✔ Customizable – Add your favorite pizza toppings.
Ingredients (Makes 8 tacos)
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8 hard taco shells (or soft flour tortillas for a foldable version)
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1 cup pizza sauce (or marinara)
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2 cups shredded mozzarella
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30–40 slices pepperoni (or turkey pepperoni)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
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2 tbsp melted butter (for crispy shells)
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Red pepper flakes & fresh basil (to garnish)
Optional Add-Ins
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Cooked sausage crumbles
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Sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers
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Black olives or jalapeños
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Pineapple tidbits (if you’re team pineapple 🍍)
Instructions
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Prep – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush taco shells lightly with melted butter (for extra crunch).
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Layer fillings –
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Spread 1 tbsp pizza sauce inside each shell.
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Add a pinch of garlic powder & Italian seasoning.
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Stuff with mozzarella and 4–5 pepperoni slices (fold larger slices in half).
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Bake – Place tacos on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
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Bake 8–10 mins until cheese melts.
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Optional: Broil 1–2 mins for bubbly, golden tops.
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Garnish & serve – Top with fresh basil, red pepper flakes, or a drizzle of warm pizza sauce.
Air Fryer Option
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Spray shells with oil, fill, and air fry at 370°F (190°C) for 4–5 mins until crispy.
Serving Ideas
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Dipping sauces: Ranch, garlic butter, or extra pizza sauce.
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Sidekick: Pair with a simple Caesar salad or garlic knots.
These are dangerously addictive! Perfect for pizza night with a fun twist. 😋🔥
(P.S. Try your leftover pepperoni in your veggie soup for a spicy kick!)