Cheesy Taco Potatoes: The Ultimate Ground Beef & Cheese Dinner | July 3, 2025

There’s something incredibly satisfying about the combination of melty cheddar cheese, spiced ground beef, and tender roasted potatoes. This Cheesy Taco Potatoes recipe is the perfect mashup between your favorite loaded potatoes and classic taco flavors. Whether you’re looking for a hearty family dinner, a game day crowd-pleaser, or a new twist on weeknight meals, this dish checks every box.

Ingredients

For the Roasted Potatoes:

• 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

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• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Taco Meat:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 packet taco seasoning

• ⅓ cup water

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• 1 tbsp tomato paste

For Topping:

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup diced tomatoes

• ¼ cup chopped green onions

• Sour cream

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• Fresh cilantro (optional)

 Directions

 

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