Loaded Potato Taco Bowl (Cheap & Healthy Dinner)
A bold and comforting taco bowl featuring crispy roasted potatoes, seasoned ground beef, fresh toppings, and creamy chipotle sauce — perfect for taco night or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
For Potatoes:
- 1½ lbs baby or Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt & pepper
For Taco Meat:
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp homemade taco seasoning
- ¼ cup water
Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
- ½ cup black beans
- ½ cup corn
- 1 avocado, sliced or mashed
- ½ cup diced tomatoes or salsa
- Pickled onions or jalapeños
- ¼ cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, lime wedges
Chipotle Crema:
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Garlic powder to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss potatoes with oil and spices. Roast 25–30 mins until crispy.
- Cook taco meat in skillet. Add seasoning and water, simmer 5 mins.
- Prep toppings and blend chipotle crema.
- Assemble bowls: potatoes, taco meat, toppings, and sauce. Serve warm.
Notes
Swap meat for black beans or tofu for a vegetarian version. Sweet potatoes can be used instead. Store components separately for meal prep.