Description
A delicious and hearty dish that combines the flavors of tacos with the comfort of baked potatoes. Perfect for a quick meal or a fun dinner idea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes and pierce them with a fork. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- While the potatoes bake, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water to the beef. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Once the potatoes are done, slice them open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Fill each potato with the taco meat, then top with cheese, sour cream, green onions, tomatoes, and olives.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, replace ground beef with black beans or lentils.
- You can customize toppings to your preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: taco loaded baked potatoes, easy dinner, comfort food, Mexican-inspired