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Taco Loaded Potato Bowl

Picture this: a bowl piled high with golden, crispy-edged roasted potatoes—fluffy on the inside, still steaming—soaking up every bit of flavor around them. On top, a generous layer of sizzling, perfectly seasoned taco meat, rich with smoky spices and just a hint of heat.

Then it gets indulgent. Shredded cheese drapes over everything, slipping into the cracks between the potatoes. Cool, tangy sour cream melts slightly on contact, while fresh pico de gallo adds a juicy pop of brightness. Every forkful hits differently—crispy, creamy, spicy, cheesy, fresh—all at once. It’s messy in the best way, comforting but bold, like your favorite taco and a loaded baked potato decided to become something even better.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Total Time 33 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 425  F
Servings: 4
Description

A taco loaded potato bowl is the ultimate comfort food mashup! It's like a loaded baked potato bowl but with a twist of Mexican flavors. This is definitely one of my favorites to make regularly because of how flavorful and easy it is to whip up.

Ingredients
    Potatoes
  • 4 medium sized potatoes (Diced into roughly 2 cm (3/4 inch) cubes)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp oregano powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
    • Ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp oregano powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup water
    • Guacamole
  • 4 avocados (Mashed)
  • 1/2 red onion (Diced finely. This step is made much easier with the dicer listed below!)
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • juice of 1 lime (Add more or less to your own liking)
    • Pico de Gallo
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (Finely diced)
  • 1/2 red onion (Finely diced)
  • 2 jalapeños (Finely diced with the seeds removed)
  • 3 sprigs cilantro (Finely chopped)
  • juice of 1 lime (Add more or less to your own liking)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • Toppings
  • cheese
  • sour cream
Instructions
    Prepare the Pico de Gallo
  1. 1
    Pico de Gallo

    In a medium size bowl combine the diced onions, chopped cherry tomatoes, chopped jalapeños and chopped cilantro.

  2. 2

    Squeeze a lime to  taste and then add in some salt and pepper  before giving everything a good mix. Place the Pico de Gallo in the fridge until ready to use.

    3. Prepare the potatoes
  3. 3

    Preheat oven to 425°F

  4. 4

    Wash your potatoes and dry them with a paper towel. 

  5. 5

    Dice the potatoes roughly into 2cm (3/4 inch) cubes.

  6. 6

    To a large bowl add the diced potatoes and 2 Tbsp olive oil. Season the diced potatoes with oregano powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, chilli powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Mix the potatoes until all are evenly coated.

  7. 7

    Spread the seasoned potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake the potatoes for 35 minutes, flipping halfway through.

    8. Cook the taco meat
  8. 8

    While the potatoes are in the oven, heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

  9. 9

    Add in the ground beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it apart with a meat chopper as it cooks.

  10. 10

    Season the ground beef with paprika, salt, pepper, onion powder, chilli powder, ground cumin, garlic powder and oregano powder. Mix the seasoning until the ground beef changes color.

  11. 11
    Cook the ground beef for 5 minutes and then add in water to rehydrate the meat and cook until the water has evaporated.
    12. Prepare the guacamole
  12. 12

    In a Mortar and pestle or a medium sized bowl mash together the avocados. Combine chopped red onions, salt, pepper, and lime juice. adjust seasonings to taste and give the guacamole a good mix. 

    13. Assemble the taco bowls
  13. 13

    In a bowl, add the oven roasted potatoes and the base then add a generous amount of ground beef on top of the potatoes. 

  14. 14

    Add a dollop of guacamole to the beef and potatoes followed by a spoonful of fresh pico de Gallo.

  15. 15

    Optional to add shredded cheese and a scoop of sour cream to your taco bowl.

  16. 16

    Serve warm and enjoy with a margarita!

Note

Topping ideas: sour cream, shredded lettuce, pickled jalapeños, takis if you're feeling adventurous.

Leftovers: Refrigerate the beef and potatoes separately. They can be stored safely in the fridge for 3 days.

Leftover guacamole: Cover the top of the leftover guacamole with plastic wrap and make sure to remove all air for maximum freshness.

Keywords: high protein, protein, tasty, easy, quick
Read it online: https://mckaylacooks.com/recipe/taco-loaded-potato-bowl/
Mckayla Naidoo
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi there. My name is Mckayla. I'm a big foodie who loves to cook food and loves to eat good food. I was born in South Africa and recently moved to the states. I have found my partner in crime and together we are making our newly bought house a home and traveling the world and trying different cuisines and flavors the world has to offer. 

I found my passion for cooking in an unexpected way. When i was 20 I came to the United States to be an au pair. Cooking dinner for the kids I cared for sparked a love for creating delicious meals that bring joy to others. What started as a responsibility turned into a passion. Now I'm excited to share that passion with you through the blog.

The recipes that are share are easy and mouthwatering recipes that brings people together. I'm all about whipping up tasty meals that are perfect for busy days or special occasions. I hope my recipes give you the confidence you need to get creative in your own kitchen.