Description
Cheesy Taco Potato Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines creamy potatoes with zesty taco seasoning, topped with gooey melted cheese. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners, game nights, or potlucks—everyone will be reaching for seconds! Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, this casserole guarantees satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups russet potatoes (diced)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, brown the ground meat over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning with 1/4 cup water; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Boil diced potatoes in salted water for about 10 minutes until tender.
- In the prepared dish, layer half of the potatoes and meat mixture, then spread sour cream evenly.
- Add remaining potatoes and meat mixture, top with cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approx. 280g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg