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Cheesy Taco Potatoes

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Cheesy Taco Potatoes combine my favorite taco flavors—seasoned beef, melty cheese, and bold spices—with crispy roasted potatoes for a cozy, family-friendly dinner that’s easy to make and endlessly customizable.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting and Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex / American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Russet potatoes, scrubbed and cubed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, sliced green onions or cilantro, salsa or hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway until golden and crispy.
  2. While potatoes roast, brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Add taco seasoning and water to the beef. Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened and well coated.
  4. Transfer roast potatoes to a baking dish (or use the same sheet), spoon taco beef mixture evenly over the top.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese over everything and bake another 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.
  6. Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream, green onions, cilantro, salsa, or hot sauce.

Notes

  • Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef for extra heat.
  • Mix in black beans or corn for more texture and stretch.
  • Garnish with avocado, diced tomatoes, or crushed tortilla chips for extra flavor and crunch.
  • For breakfast-style servings, top with a fried egg.
  • Make it vegetarian by swapping ground beef with plant-based crumbles or seasoned lentils.

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