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One-Pan Cheesy Taco Potatoes Skillet

A generous serving of Cheesy Taco Potatoes featuring layers of seasoned ground beef and sliced potatoes topped with melted cheddar cheese.
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Make this easy, one-pan Cheesy Taco Potatoes Skillet for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner. You get crispy potatoes loaded with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds Russet potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, chopped green onions, black olives

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the diced potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large, oven-safe skillet.
  3. Roast the potatoes for 20 minutes until they start to become tender and lightly browned.
  4. While potatoes roast, cook the ground beef and onion in a separate pan over medium heat until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
  5. Add the minced garlic and taco seasoning to the beef mixture. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Stir in the water and let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Remove the skillet of potatoes from the oven. Spread the taco meat mixture evenly over the potatoes.
  8. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the meat and potatoes.
  9. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before adding your desired toppings. Serve directly from the skillet.

Notes

  • For crispier potatoes, ensure they are dry before tossing them with oil and seasoning.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or black beans for the ground beef to make this vegetarian-friendly.
  • If you do not have an oven-safe skillet, transfer the cooked potatoes and meat mixture to a baking dish before adding cheese and baking.

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