Description
Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowls combine crispy roasted potatoes seasoned with smoky spices and topped with flavorful taco-seasoned ground beef or black beans, melty cheese, and fresh toppings like sour cream, salsa, and cilantro. This fun and easy dinner recipe brings vibrant Mexican-inspired flavors to your table with customizable options for meat lovers and vegetarians alike.
Ingredients
Potatoes and Seasoning
- 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
Protein
- 1 lb ground beef or black beans
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
Toppings
- 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 and season potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the diced russet potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast them in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they turn golden and crispy on the outside.
- Cook protein: While the potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef until fully cooked, or heat black beans if using as a vegetarian option. Add the taco seasoning packet along with a little water as per packet instructions, then simmer until the mixture thickens and is well seasoned.
- Assemble potato bowls: Remove the roasted potatoes from the oven and divide them into serving bowls. Immediately sprinkle shredded cheese over the hot potatoes, allowing it to melt.
- Add toppings: Top the cheesy potatoes with the seasoned ground beef or black beans. Add your preferred toppings such as sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, corn, jalapeños, and olives.
- Finish and serve: Dollop sour cream or Greek yogurt and spoon salsa over the bowls for a fresh and creamy finish. Serve warm and enjoy your loaded fiesta potato bowls.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with black beans or shredded chicken for different protein options.
- Use sweet potatoes or cauliflower instead of russet potatoes for a twist on flavor and texture.
- Leftovers reheat well in an air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- For meal prep, store toppings separately to keep potatoes crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
