Description
Taco Stuffed Baked Potatoes are a delightful twist on classic comfort food, combining crispy baked potatoes with the zesty flavors of a taco filling. Each potato is fluffy on the inside and generously loaded with seasoned ground beef, creamy cheese sauce, and your favorite taco toppings. This dish not only satisfies hunger but also brings fun to your dinner table, making it perfect for family meals or gatherings with friends. With easy preparation and customizable options, you can tailor each potato to suit your taste. Give this recipe a try for a hearty dinner that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium yellow potatoes (or russets)
- Olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 4 oz shredded pepper jack cheese
- 5 oz can of evaporated milk
- Toppings: grated cheese, tomatoes, jalapenos, sour cream, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Wash and poke holes in the potatoes; coat with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and diced onion; drain excess grease.
- Add taco seasoning and water; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt Velveeta cheese, pepper jack cheese, diced chilies, and evaporated milk until smooth.
- Broil baked potatoes for an additional 15 minutes until crispy.
- Cut open each potato, fluff insides, drizzle with cheese sauce, fill with taco meat, and garnish with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg