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One-Pan Cheesy Taco Potato Skillet

Close-up of Cheesy Taco Potatoes in a cast iron skillet, topped with melted cheddar, seasoned ground meat, sour cream, and parsley.
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Make this easy, flavor-packed Cheesy Taco Potato Skillet for a satisfying weeknight dinner. It combines crispy potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese for ultimate comfort food with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Cook the potatoes: Place the diced potatoes in a large oven-safe skillet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes start to become tender and lightly browned, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  2. Cook the beef: Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add the ground beef to the empty side. Cook the beef, breaking it apart, until it is fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Season the mixture: Stir the taco seasoning mix and water into the ground beef. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the liquid has mostly evaporated. Stir the seasoned beef into the potatoes.
  4. Melt the cheese: Reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the potato and beef mixture. Cover the skillet and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and gooey.
  5. Serve: Remove the skillet from the heat. Top the Cheesy Taco Potatoes with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and black olives, if using. Serve directly from the skillet for easy cleanup.

Notes

  • For crispier potatoes, you can roast them separately at 400°F for 15 minutes before adding them to the skillet with the beef.
  • Use your favorite taco seasoning, or make your own blend of chili powder, cumin, onion powder, and garlic powder.
  • This recipe works well as a base for a Taco Potato Casserole; transfer the mixture to a baking dish before adding the cheese and bake at 375°F for 15 minutes until bubbly.

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