Taco Stuffed Baked Potatoes combine the flavors of tacos with a hearty baked potato. They’re easy, filling, and great for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 4 large baking potatoes (russet potatoes work best)
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, jalapeños, avocado, salsa
Instructions
1. Bake the potatoes
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub potatoes, prick them with a fork, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake 45–60 minutes until tender.
2. Cook the taco meat
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
- Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water. Simmer 5 minutes until thickened.
3. Prepare the potatoes
- Slice each baked potato open lengthwise.
- Fluff the inside with a fork.
4. Add the filling
- Spoon taco meat into each potato.
- Top with cheese, sour cream, tomatoes, and green onions.
5. Serve
- Add optional toppings like lettuce, salsa, or avocado and serve hot.
💡 Tips
- For extra flavor, brush potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle salt before baking.
- You can also use shredded chicken or black beans instead of beef.
- For crispy skins, bake potatoes directly on the oven rack.
🔥 Quick variation:
Make it a loaded taco potato by adding corn, black beans, and guacamole on top.
If you want, I can also give you 10 more easy stuffed baked potato ideas (pizza potato, BBQ chicken potato, buffalo chicken potato, etc.).
