Description
A delightful fusion of tacos and baked potatoes, Cheesy Taco Potatoes are satisfying, filling, and perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and small diced
- 3–4 tablespoons oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Water, as directed on taco seasoning packet
- 8-ounce bag Mexican shredded cheese
- Optional toppings: pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Start by washing and peeling the russet potatoes. After peeling, chop them into small, even-sized cubes.
- Season the Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the diced potatoes with the oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Air Fry the Potatoes: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook the seasoned potatoes for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket 2-3 times.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add Taco Seasoning: Stir in taco seasoning and the directed amount of water. Cook until the mixture is thick.
- Assemble the Dish: Layer the cooked potatoes, top with seasoned beef, and sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese.
- Garnish: Add your choice of toppings like pico de gallo, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, use a meat substitute or black beans instead of ground beef.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: taco recipe, cheesy potatoes, baked potatoes, comfort food, easy dinner