Description
Loaded Potato Taco Bowl is a hearty, flavor-packed dinner featuring crispy roasted potatoes, seasoned ground beef or turkey, black beans, corn, fresh toppings, and melty cheddar cheese. It’s the perfect high-protein, customizable weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced into ¾-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
- Sour cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until crispy and golden.
- While potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add chili powder, cumin, and chopped red onion. Cook for 2–3 minutes until onion softens.
- Stir in black beans and corn. Cook for another 3–4 minutes until heated through.
- Assemble bowls by layering roasted potatoes, seasoned meat mixture, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Top with cherry tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use 93/7 lean turkey for a higher protein, lower fat option.
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
- Store components separately for easy meal prep throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting & Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired