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Cheesy Taco Potatoes are the perfect weeknight dinner! Made with roasted potatoes, taco-spiced beef, and melty cheddar cheese.

Cheesy Taco Potatoes

## Summary A hearty and cheesy taco-inspired dinner made with roasted baby potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and melty cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners!
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ## Ingredients
  • ### For the Potatoes:
  • - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes halved
  • - 2 tbsp olive oil
  • - 1 tsp garlic powder
  • - 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • - Salt & pepper to taste
  • ### For the Taco Beef:
  • - 1 lb ground beef
  • - 1 packet taco seasoning
  • - ⅓ cup water
  • - 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • ### Toppings:
  • - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • - ½ cup diced tomatoes
  • - ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • - Sour cream for garnish
  • - Chopped cilantro optional

Method
 

  1. ## Instructions
  2. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  3. In a bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place potatoes cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes or until golden and crispy.
  5. Meanwhile, in a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat.
  6. Drain excess fat, then add taco seasoning, tomato paste, and water.
  7. Simmer until thick and well-coated, about 5–7 minutes.
  8. Remove roasted potatoes from the oven and place on a serving dish.
  9. Top with taco beef mixture and sprinkle with shredded cheese while hot.
  10. Add diced tomatoes, green onions, and a generous dollop of sour cream.
  11. Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice.
- Make it vegetarian by using black beans or lentils instead of beef.
## Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
## Servings
4 servings
## Category
Dinner
## Cuisine
Mexican-American
## Keywords
cheesy taco potatoes, ground beef and potatoes, taco baked potatoes, easy family dinner, taco skillet