Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowls: Crispy & Cheesy Dinner Fun Recipe
Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowls are a flavorful and fun dinner option featuring crispy roasted diced russet potatoes seasoned with a zesty blend of spices, topped with seasoned ground beef or black beans, melted cheese, and fresh toppings like sour cream, salsa, green onions, and cilantro. This recipe combines ease and vibrant Mexican-inspired flavors for a satisfying, customizable meal that can be made vegetarian by swapping the beef for black beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
Protein
- 1 lb ground beef or black beans
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup salsa
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Optional: diced tomatoes, corn, jalapeños, olives
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the potatoes to a crispy perfection.
- Season Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the diced potatoes with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, and season with salt and pepper to your taste, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Roast Potatoes: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet, then roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even crispiness on all sides.
- Cook Protein: While the potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat, then add the taco seasoning along with the amount of water specified on the packet. Simmer until the sauce thickens, or if using black beans, warm and season them appropriately.
- Assemble Bowls: Remove the potatoes from the oven and transfer them into serving bowls. Immediately sprinkle the shredded cheese over the hot potatoes to allow it to melt slightly.
- Add Toppings: Top each bowl with the seasoned ground beef or black beans, then layer on your choice of optional toppings such as diced tomatoes, corn, jalapeños, and olives.
- Finish and Serve: Dollop sour cream or Greek yogurt over the top, spoon on salsa, and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with black beans or your favorite plant-based meat alternative.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter topping with added protein.
- Feel free to add other favorite toppings like avocado, shredded lettuce, or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Make sure to flip the potatoes halfway during roasting to achieve an even crisp texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in an oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.
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