Taco Potatoes Recipe
Taco Potatoes Recipe - A delicious fusion of crispy baked potatoes topped with seasoned taco meat, cheese, and your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub and pierce potatoes with a fork, then rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 50-60 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and mix in taco seasoning according to package instructions.
- Cut the baked potatoes in half and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Top each potato with taco meat, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, green onions, and diced tomatoes.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, swap the meat with black beans or plant-based taco crumbles.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice or guacamole for creaminess.
- Perfect for meal prep – store toppings and potatoes separately to reheat easily.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
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