Loaded Potato Taco Bowls
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with Loaded Potato Taco Bowls. These vibrant bowls combine creamy mashed potatoes with seasoned ground meat, zesty salsa, and a medley of toppings all nestled in crispy taco shells. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, these customizable bowls will delight everyone at your table. Prepare for a satisfying meal that’s as fun to assemble as it is to eat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 8 hard taco shells
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh salsa
Instructions
- Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and stir in taco seasoning with a splash of water; cook until thickened.
- Assemble each taco shell starting with mashed potatoes as the base, then add seasoned meat, cheddar cheese, salsa, and sour cream.
- For extra melty goodness, bake assembled bowls at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Loaded Potato Taco Bowls!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg