Ohhh yes 😍 Cheesy Taco Potatoes are pure comfort food—crispy, cheesy, beefy, and perfect as a main or side.
Cheesy Taco Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes, diced (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
🧀 Cheesy Topping
- 1½–2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Jalapeños
- Diced tomatoes
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast 30–35 minutes, stirring once, until crispy and golden.
- Cook the Beef
- While potatoes roast, brown ground beef in a skillet.
- Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer 5 minutes.
- Assemble
- Reduce oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Transfer roasted potatoes to a baking dish.
- Top with seasoned beef, then sprinkle generously with cheese.
- Bake
- Bake 10–15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish & Serve
- Drizzle with sour cream and salsa.
- Add favorite toppings and serve hot.
🔥 Variations
- 🌮 Use ground chicken or turkey
- 🥔 Make it breakfast-style (add scrambled eggs)
- 🌶️ Extra heat: add chipotle powder or hot sauce
- 🧀 Swap in Velveeta for ultra-creamy melt
Perfect Pairings
- Cornbread
- Simple salad
- Tortilla chips
If you want, I can also give you:
- Slow cooker cheesy taco potatoes
- One-skillet version
- Loaded taco potato casserole
- Air fryer method
Just tell me 😄
