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Cheesy Taco Potatoes

Cheesy Taco Potatoes: Comfort Food with a Flavor Punch

Cheesy Taco Potatoes offer a delightful twist on classic tacos, packed with melted cheese and seasoned beef for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 large russet potatoes Scrubbed clean
For the Beef Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef Or 1 can (400 g) black beans or 1 cup (240 g) cooked lentils for a vegetarian option
  • 1 packet taco seasoning Can use homemade blend
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking the ground beef
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Try Monterey Jack or pepper jack
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Greek yogurt makes a great substitute
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
For Seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • fork

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare the russet potatoes by scrubbing them clean, piercing several times with a fork, drizzling with olive oil, and seasoning with salt and pepper.
  2. Place the prepared potatoes on the oven rack or a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let them cool slightly before slicing open.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the ground beef, breaking it apart for about 8-10 minutes, until browned. Drain excess fat.
  4. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the browned beef and follow packet instructions. Stir well and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Carefully slice the cooled potatoes lengthwise, fluff the inside, fill generously with seasoned ground beef, and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Return filled potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Top with sour cream, cilantro, diced tomatoes, green onions, and sliced black olives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with different toppings or fillings based on preference. Watch the cheese to prevent burning while melting.

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