Description
Taco Potatoes are a delicious and hearty dish featuring crispy roasted potatoes topped with flavorful seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings like salsa, sour cream, and avocado. These loaded potatoes make for an easy dinner, a fun party appetizer, or a satisfying game-day snack!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Taco Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
- 1/2 cup water
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced (optional)
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
Instructions
-
Prepare the Potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden brown.
-
Cook the Taco Meat:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
- Drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning and water.
- Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
-
Assemble the Taco Potatoes:
- Once potatoes are done, transfer to a serving dish.
- Top with taco meat and shredded cheese (let it melt slightly).
- Add sour cream, salsa, avocado, green onions, cilantro, and any other desired toppings.
-
Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve immediately as a main dish or a fun appetizer!
Notes
- Use sweet potatoes for a healthier twist.
- Swap ground beef for black beans or chopped mushrooms for a vegetarian option.
- Add a drizzle of chipotle sauce for extra heat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg