Loaded Potato Taco Bowl (Print View)

Crispy potatoes meet spiced meat and classic taco toppings for a hearty, flavorful meal in one bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Roasted Potatoes

01 - 2 pounds russet potatoes, diced
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Taco Meat

07 - 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
10 - 1/2 cup tomato sauce
11 - 1/4 cup water

→ Bowl Toppings

12 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend cheese
13 - 1 cup shredded lettuce
14 - 1 cup diced tomatoes
15 - 1 avocado, sliced
16 - 1/2 cup sour cream
17 - 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
18 - 1/4 cup sliced green onions

→ Optional Extras

19 - Jalapeño slices
20 - Corn kernels
21 - Black beans
22 - Hot sauce
23 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cut potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Place them in a bowl and toss with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread coated potatoes evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Bake potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp on the edges.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or ground turkey and cook, breaking up with a spoon, until browned. Drain excess fat as needed.
05 - Stir taco seasoning, tomato sauce, and water into the pan. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until thickened.
06 - Divide roasted potatoes among serving bowls. Top each with taco meat.
07 - Layer with shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, and sour cream. Garnish with cilantro and green onions.
08 - Finish with optional jalapeños, corn, black beans, hot sauce, or a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately for best texture.

# Notes:

01 - Roasting the potatoes at high heat ensures they remain crispy when topped. For lighter fare, opt for ground turkey instead of beef.