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Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowl

Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowl: A Cheesy, Crispy Family Favorite

Enjoy the Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowl, a customizable and quick Tex-Mex meal perfect for the family.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Crispy Base
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes or Yukon Gold for creamier texture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
For the Flavorful Taco Meat
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20 or 85/15) or ground turkey or plant-based option
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning make homemade for control over ingredients
  • 1 cup Water or Beef Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
For the Creamy Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or almond/oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Mild Cheddar Cheese or other cheese blends
For Assembly and Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice or lemon juice
  • 1 medium Roma Tomato diced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • to taste Hot Sauce choose your favorite brand
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt optional, dairy-free yogurt for vegan
  • to taste Sliced Jalapeños or Guacamole optional for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the sliced russet potatoes in olive oil and season generously. Arrange them evenly on baking sheets, and roast for 45 minutes, flipping every 15 minutes. For extra crunch, crank up the oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  2. In a skillet, sauté the ground beef with 3/4 of the chopped onion over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onion softens, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning and add ½ to 1 cup of water or beef broth. Let it simmer on low for 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens.
  4. In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour, then gradually pour in the whole milk, whisking continuously until thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the shredded mild cheddar cheese until melted.
  5. Start layering by dividing the crispy roasted potato slices into bowls. Top with the savory taco meat and drizzle with the cheese sauce.
  6. Squeeze fresh lime juice over each bowl and sprinkle with diced Roma tomato, fresh cilantro, and any additional toppings desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best results, reheat potato bowls in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Prepare components ahead for easy reheating on busy nights.

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