Cheesy Taco Potatoes – If you’re looking for a fun and filling meal. These Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a must-try! With baked Russet potatoes. Filled with seasoned taco meat. And topped with all your favorite taco fixings. They’re the perfect fusion of comfort food. And Mexican flavors. This dish combines baked potatoes and juicy ground beef. And toppings like cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole. For a customizable family meal. Everyone will love.
The first time I made these Cheesy Taco Potatoes. I was looking for something quick yet satisfying. That combined two of our household favorites—tacos and potatoes. My husband is a fan of hearty meals. And my kids. Can never say no to taco night. I threw these together on a whim. And they were a hit! Now, it’s one of our go-to dishes. When we want something comforting. But still loaded. With fun flavors.
What makes this Cheesy Taco Potatoes truly special?
This recipe brings together two iconic dishes—baked potatoes. And tacos—in the most delicious way! The tender, fluffy potatoes. Serve as the perfect vessel. For the flavorful taco-seasoned beef. While the customizable toppings. Give it a personal touch. It’s also versatile—you can switch up the toppings. Based on your family’s preferences. Or add in your own twist. And the best part? It’s an easy dish. That looks impressive. But takes very little hands-on time.
What You Need To Make This Cheesy Taco Potatoes Recipe?
Russet Potatoes: These starchy potatoes bake up soft. And fluffy on the inside. With a crispy skin. Making them ideal for stuffing.
Lean Ground Beef: Using lean beef. Keeps the filling flavorful. Without too much excess grease. You can swap for ground turkey. Or even plant-based meat. For a lighter or vegetarian version.
Taco Seasoning: A convenient way to pack all those classic Mexican spices. Into one easy step. If you prefer. You can make your own taco seasoning blend at home.
Toppings: The fun part! We use shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and green onion. But feel free to get creative with jalapeños, and black olives. Or hot sauce!
Steps To Make Cheesy Taco Potatoes:
Step 1: First, preheat your oven to 400°F. Rinse. And scrub your potatoes. Pat them dry. Then poke a few holes. In each one. Using a fork. Wrap each potato in foil. And pop them. In the oven. For about an hour. Once they’re done baking. Take them out. To cool down a little.
Step 2: While the potatoes are baking. Cook up the taco filling! In a large skillet. Brown the ground beef. Over medium-high heat. Breaking it up. As it cooks. Drain any grease, if needed. Then stir in the taco seasoning. And the amount of water. Recommended on the packet. Let it simmer. On low heat. For 10 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Unwrap your baked potatoes. And slice them open. Down the middle. Fluff up the insides a bit. With a fork. Then stuff them. With the seasoned taco beef. Now for the fun part—pile on your favorite taco toppings! Load them up. With shredded lettuce, and cheddar cheese. Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole. And a sprinkle of green onions. Serve right away. And enjoy!
Tip:
For an extra crispy skin. After baking the potatoes. Brush them lightly with olive oil. And pop them under the broiler. For 2-3 minutes. Until they’re golden. And crispy. This adds texture. To contrast the fluffy potato interior. You can also experiment. With the toppings—try adding pickled jalapeños. For a spicy kick. Or corn and black beans. For extra crunch. If you’re feeding a crowd. Set up a topping station. So everyone can create. Their own loaded potato masterpiece!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use sweet potatoes instead of Russet potatoes?
Absolutely! Sweet potatoes would add a nice, slightly sweet contrast. To the savory taco flavors.
What other proteins can I use in place of beef?
You can easily swap out the ground beef. For ground turkey, chicken. Or even a plant-based ground meat. For a vegetarian option.
How do I store leftovers?
If you have any leftovers. Store the baked potatoes. And the taco meat separately. In airtight containers in the fridge. You can reheat. And assemble them. When you’re ready to eat.
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Cheesy Taco Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4-6 medium Russet potatoes
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 oz packet taco seasoning
Toppings:
- Shredded lettuce
- Cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Rinse the potatoes thoroughly. Then dry them. With paper towels. Use a fork. To poke a few holes. In each potato. And wrap them in foil. Place the wrapped potatoes. In the oven. And bake for about 1 hour. Once done. Carefully remove them. From the oven. And let them cool slightly.
- While the potatoes bake. Heat a skillet. Over medium-high heat. Cook. And crumble the ground beef. Until browned. Draining any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning. Along with the water. As per the packet's instructions. Bring the mixture to a boil. Then lower the heat. And simmer for 10 minutes.
- Unwrap the potatoes. Make a cut along the top. And stuff them. With the seasoned beef. Top with your favorite taco toppings. Such as cheese, lettuce, sour cream, and salsa. Enjoy!
Notes
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