Description
Cheesy Taco Potatoes are a delightful fusion of comfort food and bold taco flavors, perfect for family dinners, game day snacks, or casual gatherings. This dish features fluffy baked russet potatoes generously stuffed with seasoned ground beef, topped with melty cheddar cheese, and finished off with fresh toppings like sour cream, green onions, and tomatoes. Easy to make and fully customizable, these cheesy potato delights are sure to please everyone at the table. Enjoy them as a hearty main course or alongside a refreshing salad for a complete meal!
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh toppings: sour cream, green onions, diced tomatoes, black olives, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub and dry the potatoes, pierce them multiple times with a fork, then rub with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake the potatoes on a baking sheet for about 45 minutes until tender.
- While baking, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned; drain fat and add taco seasoning according to package instructions.
- Once baked, slice open each potato and fill generously with seasoned beef.
- Top with shredded cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Add fresh toppings before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your Cheesy Taco Potatoes by experimenting with various proteins like chicken or beans. For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with plant-based meat or beans. Pair with fresh salsa or guacamole for an extra burst of flavor.