Description
Crispy roasted potatoes topped with seasoned beef or black beans, cheese, and fresh garnishes create a satisfying meal in one bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 lb ground beef or black beans
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup salsa
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Optional: diced tomatoes, corn, jalapeños, olives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) while you prepare the ingredients.
- Toss the diced potatoes in a bowl with olive oil and the seasonings until well-coated.
- Spread the potatoes evenly across a baking sheet, ensuring they have space.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no pink remains.
- Add the taco seasoning and a splash of water to the beef, simmering until thickened.
- Transfer potatoes to serving bowls and sprinkle with shredded cheese while hot.
- Top with the seasoned meat or black beans, layering on toppings like salsa, green onions, and cilantro.
- Finish with a generous dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
Notes
Ensure even coating of oil on potatoes for optimal crispiness; black beans can be used for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg