Loaded Taco Potatoes
These Loaded Taco Potatoes are the perfect comfort-food dinner made with crispy golden potatoes, seasoned taco beef, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings. Everything cooks in one skillet, making it a quick and satisfying meal for busy weeknights.
If you love tacos and cheesy potato dishes, this easy recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
This is a Simply Made Recipe provided by Lilly Ashley. Good recipes, without the paragraphs and fluff to sift through. Save the sifting for the baking!
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Yield
4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups diced potatoes (about 3 medium russet potatoes)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- ¼ cup sour cream (optional)
- ¼ cup crushed tortilla chips (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add diced potatoes and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender.
3. Remove potatoes from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease.
5. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
6. Add the potatoes back to the skillet and mix with the taco meat.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
8. Cover the skillet and cook 2–3 minutes until cheese is melted.
9. Top with diced tomatoes, green onions, sour cream, and crushed tortilla chips before serving.
Simply Made Tip
For extra flavor, add sliced avocado or a drizzle of taco sauce before serving.
Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
Calories: 480
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 26g
Sugar: 3g
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Dinner
📂 Subcategory
Skillet Meals
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