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Ultimate 30-Minute Cheesy Taco Potato Skillet

Close-up of Cheesy Taco Potatoes topped with melted cheddar, seasoned ground beef, sour cream, and fresh cilantro.
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Make this easy, one-pan Cheesy Taco Potatoes skillet for a fast and satisfying weeknight dinner. It combines seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, and melted cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 cups cooked, diced potatoes (leftover baked or roasted work well)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for topping

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion. Cook, breaking up the meat, until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  4. Add the cooked, diced potatoes to the skillet. Stir gently to coat the potatoes with the meat mixture. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are heated through.
  5. Sprinkle both the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly over the top of the potato and meat mixture.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Serve immediately topped with sour cream and fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • You can use pre-cooked, frozen hash browns instead of leftover potatoes for faster preparation.
  • For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of drained canned black beans along with the potatoes.
  • Use your favorite shredded cheese blend if cheddar and Monterey Jack are unavailable.

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