Taco Potato Casserole: A Delicious Comfort Food Recipe
This Taco Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Made with crispy potatoes, seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and classic taco flavors, this easy casserole is perfect for busy weeknights. It's a one-pan meal that the whole family will love, and you can make it ahead of time or freeze it for later!
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large Skillet
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cheese grater (if using block cheese)
- Aluminum foil (for covering while baking)
- Cutting board & knife (for dicing potatoes)
Ingredients
- 🥔 4 cups russet potatoes diced
- 🥩 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 🌮 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade mix
- 🧄 1 tsp garlic powder
- 🧅 1 tsp onion powder
- 🌶️ 1 can black beans drained & rinsed
- 🍅 1 cup salsa
- 🧀 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, Mexican blend, or your favorite
- 🌽 1/2 cup corn optional
- 🥛 1/2 cup sour cream for topping
- 🌿 Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 2️⃣ Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 3️⃣ Add taco seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salsa to the beef. Stir well.
- 4️⃣ Layer half the potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half the beef mixture.
- 5️⃣ Sprinkle half the cheese over the beef. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
- 6️⃣ Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- 7️⃣ Remove foil, top with extra cheese, and bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- 8️⃣ Let it rest for 5 minutes, then serve with sour cream and cilantro.
Notes
📌 Make it Spicy – Add jalapeños or use spicy taco seasoning.
📌 Vegetarian Option – Swap ground beef for black beans or a plant-based alternative.
📌 Make Ahead – Assemble the casserole and refrigerate overnight before baking.
📌 Freezing Instructions – Freeze before baking for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
📌 Vegetarian Option – Swap ground beef for black beans or a plant-based alternative.
📌 Make Ahead – Assemble the casserole and refrigerate overnight before baking.
📌 Freezing Instructions – Freeze before baking for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.