Best 7 Taco Seasoned Meat And Potatoes Recipes

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Taco seasoned meat and potatoes is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or as a filling for tacos, burritos, or enchiladas. It's made with ground beef or turkey, potatoes, and a blend of spices, and can be cooked in a skillet, slow cooker, or Instant Pot. This hearty and satisfying meal is a great option for busy weeknights or for feeding a crowd. With its bold flavors and endless possibilities, taco seasoned meat and potatoes is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TACO POTATOES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 pounds russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into large chunks
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Put the potatoes in a large bowl, drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with the taco seasoning. Toss to coat thoroughly.
  • Pour out onto 2 baking sheets and roast until sizzly and somewhat crisp, shaking the pans as you go, 35 to 40 minutes.

TACO SEASONED MEAT AND POTATOES



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My son and I were talking about different foods. We combined tacos and cheesy potatoes and came up with this.

Provided by Chef shapeweaver

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (28 ounce) package o'brien frozen hash browns with onions and peppers, thawed, divided
1 1/2 lbs ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground chicken
1 1/2 cups salsa
2/3 cup water
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
2 1/2 cups shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
cooking spray

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef.
  • Drain and return to skillet.
  • Add taco seasoning and water.
  • Stir until water is absorbed, about 5 minutes; add salsa, mixing well.
  • With cooking spray, coat a 8 x 11-inch dish.
  • Spread half of potatoes evenly over bottom of dish.
  • Then spread half of ground beef mixture over potatoes.
  • Sprinkle with half of the cheese.
  • Repeat layers ending with cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F for about 25 to 30, or until cheese is a nice golden brown.

TACO BAKED POTATOES



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This is a great hearty topping for baked potatoes. Makes a full meal. I found this recipe several years ago in Taste of Home magazine.

Provided by Chris from Kansas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
4 hot baked potatoes
4 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped green onion
salsa (optional)
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown beef; drain.
  • Add taco seasoning; prepare according to package directions.
  • With a sharp knife, cut an X in the top of each potato; fluff pulp with a fork.
  • Top with taco meat, cheese and onions.
  • Serve with salsa and/or sour cream, if desired.

SEASONED TACO MEAT



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I got this recipe from the restaurant where I work. It's famous in our town for the blend of seasonings, and now the secret is out! -Denise Mumm, Dixon, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 pounds ground beef
2 large onions, chopped
2 cups water
5 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron skillet or Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add water and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until the water is evaporated, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

GRILLED TACO BURGER AND POTATO FOIL PACKS



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Bake these cheesy burgers and frozen hash browns in foil packets on the grill for easy cleanup.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs
2 tablespoons Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1 oz package)
1/4 cup milk
3 cups frozen diced hash-brown potatoes (from 32-oz bag)
1 cup salsa con queso dip (from 15-oz jar)

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, taco seasoning mix and milk until well blended. Shape mixture into 4 (4-inch) patties. In another medium bowl, mix frozen potatoes and dip.
  • Cut 4 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil; spray with cooking spray. Place 1 patty on each; top with 1/4 of potato mixture. Wrap each pack securely using double-fold seals, allowing room for heat expansion.
  • When grill is heated, place packs, seam side up, on grill over medium heat; cover grill. Cook 15 to 25 minutes, rearranging packs several times, until patties are thoroughly cooked.
  • To make in oven, place packs on cookie sheet. Bake at 375°F 40 to 45 minutes or until potatoes are tender and burgers are cooked through (at least 165°F in center).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 940 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g

RESTAURANT-STYLE TACO MEAT SEASONING



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This tastes very close to the taco seasoning favored by a very popular fast-food taco restaurant. You can make this at home, and let your family prepare tacos the way they like.

Provided by GVSWIFE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ tablespoons corn flour
4 ½ teaspoons chili powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
½ teaspoon beef bouillon granules
¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
1 ⅓ pounds lean ground chuck
1 cup water

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the corn flour, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and seasoned salt. Stir in the paprika, cumin, garlic salt, and sugar. Blend in the onion, bouillon, and ground red pepper, stirring until all spices are well blended.
  • Crumble the ground chuck into a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until browned. Remove from heat, rinse meat with hot water, and drain water and grease from beef.
  • Return meat to skillet, and pour in seasoning. Stir in water. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until most of the liquid has cooked away, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 212.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

VELVEETA® TEX-MEX BEEF AND POTATOES



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Make a hearty dish with big Tex-Mex flavors when you try this VELVEETA® Tex-Mex Beef and Potatoes recipe from My Food and Family. This VELVEETA® Tex-Mex Beef and Potatoes recipe is a delicious mix of lean ground beef, onions, cheese and more yummy flavors.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings, about 1-1/3 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 red pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 pkg. (1 oz.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
1/2 cup water
4 cups ORE-IDA Diced Hash Brown Potatoes
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Brown meat with peppers and onions in large skillet; drain. Return to skillet.
  • Stir in seasoning mix and water. Add potatoes, corn and VELVEETA; mix well. Spoon into 13x9-inch baking dish; cover.
  • Bake 20 min.; stir. Bake, uncovered, 15 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 880 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 26 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of potatoes: Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are the best choices, as they hold their shape well and have a fluffy texture when cooked.
  • Cut the potatoes into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Season the potatoes generously: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste.
  • Brown the potatoes before adding the other ingredients: This will give them a nice caramelized flavor and help them hold their shape.
  • Use a good quality taco seasoning: This is the key to getting the best flavor in your dish.
  • Simmer the potatoes and taco seasoning mixture until the potatoes are tender: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the taco seasoned potatoes and meat with your favorite toppings: Such as cheese, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Taco seasoned potatoes and meat is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover potatoes and meat, and it is also a budget-friendly option. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

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