Description
The Loaded Potato Taco Bowl combines the comforting goodness of a loaded baked potato with the vibrant flavors of a taco. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner and is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pound lean ground beef (85-90%)
- ½ cup finely diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ½ cup water or beef broth
- Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped green onions
- Fresh cilantro
- Salsa
- Avocado
- Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- Hot sauce
- Chili powder (optional)
- Cumin (for homemade taco seasoning)
- Oregano (for homemade taco seasoning)
- Paprika (for homemade taco seasoning)
- Onion powder (for homemade taco seasoning)
- Cayenne (for homemade taco seasoning)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and thoroughly dry the potatoes, then cut them into roughly 1-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet and roast for 25-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- While the potatoes are roasting, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat from the beef, then reduce heat to medium and add diced onion, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add taco seasoning and water or beef broth to the skillet, stirring to coat the beef, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Once the potatoes are crispy and the beef is cooked, assemble the bowls by starting with a base of roasted potatoes.
- Spoon the seasoned ground beef over the potatoes, then sprinkle cheese on top to melt.
- Dollop sour cream or Greek yogurt in the center, and finish with toppings like green onions, cilantro, salsa, and avocado.
- Add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat, serve immediately, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: For extra crispy potatoes, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet and consider tossing them with a pinch of cornstarch before oiling. Customize your toppings to suit your taste, and feel free to substitute ground beef with turkey, chicken, or plant-based options for a lighter or vegetarian meal.