The Ultimate Guide to Loaded Potato Taco Bowls: A High-Protein, Crispy Culinary Masterpiece
This Loaded Potato Taco Bowl is a crispy, high-protein, and flavor-packed dinner featuring seasoned roasted potatoes, spiced meat, beans, and fresh taco toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasted + Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Potatoes
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- For the Meat & Filling
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potatoes with oil and seasonings.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Brown ground beef or turkey in a skillet for 7–8 minutes.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, and add red onion. Cook until softened.
- Stir in black beans and corn and heat through.
- Divide potatoes into bowls and top with meat mixture and cheese.
- Add tomatoes, avocado, cilantro, lime, and sour cream.
Notes
- Swap beef for chicken or plant-based meat.
- Add jalapeños for extra heat.
- Sweet potatoes can replace russets.
- Great for meal prep bowls.