Taco Potatoes Recipe
These Taco Potatoes are a fun twist on traditional tacos, combining fluffy baked potatoes with savory seasoned beef and all your favorite taco toppings. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a casual gathering with friends.
- Author: Rita
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Potatoes:
- 4 to 6 medium Russet potatoes
Taco Meat:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
Toppings:
- shredded lettuce
- cheddar cheese
- sour cream
- salsa
- guacamole
- green onion
- Preheat oven and prep potatoes: Preheat oven to 400°F. Wash and dry potatoes, poke holes, wrap in foil, and bake for 1 hour.
- Cook taco meat: Brown beef in a skillet, drain grease, add taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Assemble: Cut open potatoes, fill with taco meat, and top with desired toppings.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings to suit your preferences, adding salsa, guacamole, or any of your favorite taco ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato with toppings
- Calories: Approximately 350 calories
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Taco Potatoes, Baked Potatoes, Taco Meat, Mexican