Taco Loaded Baked Potatoes are the perfect fusion of two comfort foods: baked potatoes and tacos! They’re hearty, customizable, and great for a family dinner or a party bar. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe to make them:
🌮 Taco Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe
🥔 Ingredients:
For the Potatoes:
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4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
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Olive oil
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Salt
For the Taco Filling:
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1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
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1 small onion, diced
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2–3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
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1/3 cup water
Toppings (optional but recommended):
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Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
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Sour cream or Greek yogurt
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Diced tomatoes
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Shredded lettuce
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Jalapeño slices
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Sliced black olives
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Green onions
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Fresh cilantro
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Salsa or hot sauce
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Guacamole or sliced avocado
🔥 Instructions:
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Bake the Potatoes:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
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Prick each potato with a fork a few times.
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Bake directly on the oven rack (or a baking sheet) for 45–60 minutes, or until fork-tender and crispy-skinned.
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Prepare the Taco Meat:
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced onion in a bit of oil until softened.
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Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
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Add minced garlic, taco seasoning, and water. Stir and simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
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Assemble:
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Cut open each baked potato and fluff the insides with a fork.
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Spoon taco meat into each potato.
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Top with cheese (so it melts), then load up with your favorite toppings.
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