Taco Skillet Pizza With Cornbread Crust

Taco Skillet Pizza with Cornbread Crust is a delicious fusion of two favorite comfort foods: tacos and pizza, with a unique twist of using a fluffy cornbread crust. This dish starts with a slightly sweet cornbread base that bakes right in the skillet, then gets topped with flavorful taco-seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and classic taco toppings like salsa, lettuce, and avocado. It’s a fun, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for taco night with a twist, offering a balance of savory, cheesy goodness with the heartiness of cornbread. Easy to make and full of flavor, this skillet pizza is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients:

For the Cornbread Crust:

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 large egg

For the Taco Topping:

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
• 1/2 cup salsa
• Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, sliced jalapeños

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Make the cornbread crust: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk, melted butter, and egg until just combined. Set aside.
3. Cook the taco filling: In a large oven-safe skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
4. Prepare the skillet: Wipe the skillet clean and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Pour the cornbread batter into the skillet and spread it evenly.
5. Bake the crust: Place the skillet in the oven and bake the cornbread for 10-12 minutes, or until just set and golden on the edges.
6. Add the taco topping: Remove the skillet from the oven and evenly spread the cooked taco meat over the cornbread crust. Top with salsa and shredded cheese.
7. Finish baking: Return the skillet to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Add the toppings and serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and top with your favorite taco toppings such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, sour cream, or sliced jalapeños.

Serve your Taco Skillet Pizza with Cornbread Crust for a fun, flavorful meal that brings the best of tacos and pizza into one satisfying dish!