Here’s a simple and delicious Cheesy Taco Potatoes recipe — perfect for a quick dinner, game day, or party dish. It combines crispy roasted potatoes, seasoned taco meat, melted cheese, and all your favorite toppings!
๐ง๐ฎ Cheesy Taco Potatoes
✅ Ingredients
For the Potatoes:
- 4 cups diced potatoes (Yukon gold or russet), ½-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Taco Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning
- ¼ cup water
For Topping:
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
- ½ cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup sour cream or taco sauce
- Jalapeรฑos, cilantro, or avocado (optional)
๐จ๐ณ Instructions
1. Roast the Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss diced potatoes in olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
2. Cook the Taco Meat
- While the potatoes roast, cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
- Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water, and simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
3. Assemble & Bake
- Transfer roasted potatoes to a baking dish or keep them on the sheet pan.
- Top with taco meat and sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for 5–7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Top & Serve
- Remove from oven and top with your favorite toppings: green onions, tomatoes, sour cream, jalapeรฑos, cilantro, or avocado.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
๐ Tips:
- Want it spicy? Add hot sauce or use pepper jack cheese.
- Great for meal prep — store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Make it a one-skillet meal by using an oven-safe skillet for both cooking and baking.
Let me know if you want a vegetarian version or a casserole-style twist!
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