Why I Love This Recipe

Tacos and crispy potatoes are two of my favorite comfort foods, so combining them into one bowl just felt like the obvious move. The potatoes roast until they’re golden and crispy, while the seasoned taco beef simmers with salsa to stay extra juicy and flavorful. Every bite has the perfect mix of crunchy potatoes, savory beef, melty cheese, and fresh toppings, so it feels like loaded fries and taco night all at once. You can pile everything over a bed of lettuce for a more balanced bowl or enjoy it just as it is. Either way, it’s one of those dinners that’s easy to throw together and always disappears fast.

Enjoying The Leftovers

This recipe is great for meal prep because every component stores well. Reheat the potatoes and taco beef, then add the fresh toppings just before serving to keep everything crisp and fresh.

Storing

Store the potatoes, taco beef, and toppings in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keeping everything separate helps the potatoes stay as crisp as possible.

Reheating

Load up your bowl with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado, jalapeños, green onions, sour cream, salsa, or a drizzle of chipotle sauce. Finish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for even more flavor.

Cheesy Fiesta Potato & Beef Bowls
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Cheesy Fiesta Potato and Beef Bowls

This Loaded Taco Potato Bowl combines crispy roasted potatoes with juicy taco-seasoned ground beef, salsa, melty cheese, and fresh taco toppings for a hearty, high-protein dinner. It's an easy, family-friendly recipe that's packed with bold flavor and perfect for weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
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Servings 4

Ingredients

For the seasoned potatoes
  • 1 1/2 lb yukon gold or russet potatoes, diced ½-inch
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the beef
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/3 cup salsa
Toppings
  • Choice of nacho cheese sauce
  • Sour cream
  • Diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • Shredded lettuce, optional
  • Pickled Jalapeños
  • Green onions
  • Hot sauce, optional
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425℉.
  • Add the diced potatoes to a large bowl along with the olive oil and potato seasonings. Toss well until the potatoes are evenly coated, then spread them in an even layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the potatoes are golden and crispy
  • While the potatoes are roasting, preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the ground beef and cook for 7-10 minutes, breaking the meat apart as it cooks, until fully browned and cooked through.
  • Once the beef is cooked, stir in the seasoning and salsa. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes until saucy and the flavors come together. Taste and add additional salt if needed.
  • Now it’s time to assemble. To each bowl, add some romaine lettuce (optional), a layer of crispy potatoes, the taco meat, and a generous drizzle of nacho cheese and sour cream. Top with sliced green onions, pico de gallo, sliced jalapeños, and your favorite hot sauce. Enjoy!

Equipment

large baking sheet
saute pan
cutting board
measuring cups

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories: 422kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 19g | Fiber: 5g