Cheesy Taco Potatoes Recipe
Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a delicious and satisfying twist on classic baked potatoes. Loaded with seasoned ground beef, gooey cheddar cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings, these potatoes are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes
Taco Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Additional Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the potatoes: Scrub the potatoes, pat them dry, pierce with a fork, rub with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and bake for 45 minutes.
- Cook the beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet, drain excess fat, add taco seasoning and water, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Assemble: Cut a slit in each potato, fill with beef, top with cheese, bake for 5 minutes.
- Finish: Top with sour cream, green onions, tomatoes, olives, and cilantro. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to customize your toppings with your favorite taco ingredients.
- For a spicier kick, add some sliced jalapeños or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cheesy Taco Potatoes, Taco Baked Potatoes, Loaded Taco Potatoes
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