Description
This Loaded Potato Taco Bowl is a hearty and flavorful beef dinner recipe, featuring crispy roasted potatoes topped with seasoned ground beef and classic taco fixings like cheese, sour cream, salsa, and avocado. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal with Mexican-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound lean ground beef (85-90%)
- ½ cup finely diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (or homemade: chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, onion powder, cayenne)
- ½ cup water or beef broth
Toppings
- Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Chopped green onions
- Fresh cilantro
- Salsa
- Avocado
- Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly, then cut them into roughly 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
- Season Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the cubed potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Roast Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet and roast for 25-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Brown Beef: While the potatoes roast, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks.
- Sauté Onions: Drain excess fat from the beef, reduce heat to medium, then add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Season Beef: Add taco seasoning and water or beef broth to the skillet. Stir to coat the beef and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Assemble Bowls: Once the potatoes are crispy and the beef is cooked, begin assembling the bowls by placing a base of roasted potatoes.
- Add Beef: Spoon the seasoned ground beef over the roasted potatoes evenly.
- Add Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top to allow it to melt, then add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt in the center.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, salsa, avocado, and sliced jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful taco bowl!
Notes
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of jalapeños and hot sauce.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with cooked black beans or a plant-based meat alternative.
- The roasted potatoes can be prepared ahead and reheated to save time during weekdays.
- Use beef broth instead of water for deeper flavor in the taco meat.
- Leftover taco seasoning can be stored and used for other Mexican-style recipes like tacos or enchiladas.
