🥔🧀 Cheesy Taco Potatoes – Comfort Food Meets Taco Night
Cheesy Taco Potatoes are the ultimate combination of hearty potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and gooey melted cheese. This easy, one-pan meal is perfect for weeknight dinners, game days, or whenever you’re craving something comforting, cheesy, and full of bold taco flavor.
With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, this dish transforms simple potatoes into a flavor-packed taco experience everyone will love! 🌮✨
📝 Ingredients
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1 lb lean ground beef
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4–6 medium Russet potatoes, washed and diced
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1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
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½ cup water
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1–2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
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Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, green onions, sliced jalapeños, or avocado
👩🍳 Instructions
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Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no pink remains. Drain excess fat. -
Season the Beef
Stir in the taco seasoning and ½ cup water. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef. -
Cook the Potatoes
While the beef simmers, dice the potatoes into small cubes. Add the potatoes to a separate pan with a splash of water, cover, and cook over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. You can also roast the potatoes in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy. -
Combine Beef and Potatoes
Add the cooked potatoes to the seasoned beef in the skillet. Stir gently to combine so the potatoes are coated with the taco-flavored beef mixture.