Description
Hearty Taco Potatoes bring Mexican-inspired comfort to dinner tables with spicy potato goodness. Crispy potato wedges loaded with zesty seasoning and classic taco toppings promise a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Potato Base:
- 4 large russet potatoes
Toppings and Garnishes:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) sliced jalapenos (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes by thoroughly washing and patting dry. Pierce multiple times with a fork to allow steam escape during roasting at 400F (200C) for 45-50 minutes until completely tender and soft.
- While potatoes roast, heat skillet over medium-high temperature. Cook ground beef until completely browned and crumbly, carefully draining excess grease. Incorporate taco seasoning with water, allowing mixture to simmer and thicken for approximately 5 minutes.
- Remove potatoes from oven and carefully slice lengthwise using sharp knife. Gently separate and fluff interior with fork, creating soft, airy texture.
- Layer each potato half generously with seasoned taco meat, distributing evenly across surface. Sprinkle shredded cheese to create melty coverage.
- Add additional toppings including diced fresh tomatoes, chopped green onions, sour cream dollops, and optional spicy jalapeno slices for enhanced flavor profile.
- Serve immediately while potatoes remain warm and toppings are fresh, ensuring maximum taste and textural enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the taco seasoning by mixing your own blend using chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and salt for a personalized flavor profile.
- Use lean ground beef or swap with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat alternatives to reduce fat content and accommodate different dietary preferences.
- Enhance potato texture by rubbing the skin with olive oil and sprinkling with salt before baking, creating a crispy exterior while keeping the inside fluffy and tender.
- Add extra nutrients by including additional toppings like black beans, corn, diced bell peppers, or avocado to boost the nutritional value and create a more balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg