Description
Ready for a fun twist on taco night? These Cheesy Taco Potatoes are loaded with flavor and come together fast. Roasted golden potatoes form the crispy base, topped with seasoned taco beef and a layer of melty cheddar, then finished with your favorite toppings. It’s a crowd-pleasing, easy dinner idea perfect for busy nights, game days, or potluck food ideas. If you’re looking for a quick dinner recipe, a savory appetizer, or easy food ideas with ground beef, this dish checks every box.
Ingredients
2 pounds baby Yukon gold or red potatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
0.25 cup water
1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Chopped fresh tomatoes
Sliced green onions or chives
Diced jalapeños
Guacamole or diced avocado
Fresh cilantro
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss halved potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread them cut-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes or until golden and crisp.
2. While potatoes roast, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease. Add taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
3. Transfer roasted potatoes to an oven-safe dish. Top with cooked taco meat and shredded cheddar cheese. Return to oven for 5–7 minutes or until cheese is melted.
4. Add your favorite toppings such as sour cream, tomatoes, green onions, or guacamole. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
To save time, roast the potatoes while prepping the meat and toppings.
Swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based crumbles to fit your diet.
For extra crispy potatoes, flip them halfway through roasting and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven + Skillet
- Cuisine: American Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg