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One-Pan Cheesy Taco Potato Skillet: Easy Weeknight Dinner

Close-up of Cheesy Taco Potatoes baked in a cast-iron skillet, topped with melted cheddar and green onions.
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Make this easy, flavor-packed Cheesy Taco Potato Skillet for a satisfying weeknight meal with minimal cleanup. This recipe combines tender potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and gooey melted cheese for ultimate comfort.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and diced small
  • 3 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Toss the diced potatoes with the cooking oil, salt, and pepper on a large, oven-safe skillet or baking sheet.
  3. Roast the potatoes for 20 minutes until they begin to soften and brown slightly.
  4. While potatoes roast, cook the ground beef in a separate pan over medium heat until fully browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  5. Stir the taco seasoning and water into the cooked ground beef. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Remove the potatoes from the oven. Spread the seasoned ground beef mixture evenly over the potatoes in the skillet.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef and potato layer.
  8. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  10. Serve directly from the skillet with your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • For crispier potatoes, ensure they are spread in a single layer before the initial roasting step.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or shredded cooked chicken for the ground beef.
  • This recipe works well as a hearty side dish or a complete main course.

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