Loaded Potato Taco Bowl (Printable version)
Crispy roasted potatoes topped with seasoned beef, cheese, and fresh Tex-Mex toppings for a hearty satisfying meal.
# Ingredient list:
→ Potatoes
01 - 1 ½ lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder
05 - ½ tsp salt
06 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ Taco Beef
07 - 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
08 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 ½ tbsp taco seasoning
11 - ½ tsp salt
12 - ¼ cup water
→ Toppings
13 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
14 - ½ cup sour cream
15 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
16 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
17 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
18 - 1 avocado, diced
19 - 2 green onions, sliced
20 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
21 - 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
22 - Salsa or hot sauce, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
02 - Place diced potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then add smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly until potatoes are evenly coated.
03 - Spread potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
04 - While potatoes roast, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 5–6 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
05 - Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the onion is softened and fragrant.
06 - Sprinkle taco seasoning and salt over the beef mixture. Add water and stir to combine. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat evenly.
07 - Divide roasted potatoes among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with seasoned taco beef, then arrange cheddar cheese, sour cream, cherry tomatoes, black beans, lettuce, avocado, green onions, cilantro, and jalapeño if desired. Add salsa or hot sauce to taste.
08 - Serve bowls while potatoes are still crispy and beef is warm. Garnish with additional cilantro or a lime wedge if desired. For best texture, consume immediately after assembly.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Its the perfect marriage of crispy roasted potatoes and seasoned beef, creating texture in every single bite
- This recipe feeds a crowd or provides meal prep for days, and everyone gets to build their perfect bowl
02 -
- Dont overcrowd your baking sheet with potatoes or theyll steam instead of roast—use two sheets if needed
- Let the beef rest for a couple of minutes off the heat so the sauce thickens naturally before you start assembling
03 -
- Warming your beans in a small pan with a pinch of cumin before serving makes a huge difference
- Set up all your toppings in separate bowls and let everyone build their own—its more fun and nobody picks around ingredients they dont like