Taco-Stuffed Baked Potatoes are a perfect spicy fix for meat and potato lovers with a Mexican twist. Potatoes mashed with sour cream and cheese, combined with taco meat, piled high with toppings are a great dinner option!
I realize I just shared my Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Taco Meat recipe last week (anyone tried it yet?!) but there’s not stopping a muse with a constant hankering for Mexican flavors. We l.o.v.e. these Taco-Stuffed Baked Potatoes and know you will too!
I remember having my first fully loaded baked potato as a child. It was at a dark, moody steak house restaurant. It came piled high with butter, sour cream, bacon bits and chives. I could have dived right into it. I was convinced there was nothing better on the face of the planet.
Strangely I don’t make mashed potatoes often. We tend to make roasted potatoes to go along with roasted chicken. A baked potato is substantial. Where it used to be a side dish I feel like it should be pulled front and center as a main dish and this recipe gets it there with pizazz!
Spicy, savory lean ground beef taco meat is mixed with baked potato, sour cream and cheese and baked to melt together. Like traditional tacos there is loads of options for toppings: guacamole, salsa, Mexican crema, smashed tortilla chips, sliced scallion greens. Your imagination is the limit!
Don’t let the length of the recipe discourage you (maybe I’m sharing more about my own persuasions when seeing a long recipe!). It’s mainly spices to create the homemade taco meat. I really dislike pre-made taco seasoning mixes because they are too darn salty. This blend is perfection with earthy, spicy flavors that don’t blow your brains out from the heat.
To ensure not having a load of extra stuffing ingredients, the insides of two potatoes are reserved for other recipes; potato pancakes for breakfast, traditional mashed potatoes (or these Roasted Garlic Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes!). We’ve rewarmed these in the microwave the next day too and they are still delicious!
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All That I'm Eating says
These look amazing Toni. I’ve been browsing through all your recipes today, catching up on those I’ve missed, I don’t know which one I’m going to cook first!
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Those sound amazing! I love baked potatoes stuffed with everything from chili to sloppy joes, so I can’t wait to try these. I think my family will love them.
Jaime says
These look delicious – and I love the added touch of guacamole! I’m planning out our menu for next week, and these baked potatoes will definitely be on there.
Rachel Ferrucci says
I love stuffed baked potatoes but never thought to stuff them like tacos. I love this idea and will be trying it, the family will love it!
Erin says
We LIVE for taco night so that means we go through some taco shells. Since I’m so picky about what brand I use, oftentimes I run out before I can get to our specialty supermarket to get more.
These taco-stuffed baked potatoes are a great alternative to those boring shells! I can’t wait to try this, I’ll tag you on social media and let you know how it went when I make them!
Toni Dash says
I hope you’ll like them Erin! My family loves them; the best of comfort food and Mexican food together.
Pam says
I love tacos, and I love baked potatoes. So this seems like pretty much the best recipe ever to me!
Jocelyn @Hip Mama's Place says
What! OMG! I have to make some of these. They look so delicious! What a terrific idea!
Kelly Hutchinson says
Those taco stuffed baked potatoes look fantastic. What a delicious and easy to prepare meal.
Ora Lee Gurr says
Taco Stuffed Baked Potatoes with all my favorite seasonings and toppings sound so yummy. I like the idea of mashing the potatoes and mixing in the ingredients so they cook together. It will be fun to surprise the family with this new main course.
Ann B says
These taco stuffed baked potatoes look so delicious. I know they will be a big hit with my family this weekend. I am excited to give this recipe a try.
Amy says
I love that you made a meal out of these potatoes. Tacos are such a favorite in my home.
Kathy says
Those look amazing. I love having baked potatoes. Stuffed ones are the best. I can’t wait to try these ones. I love tacos and I’m sure they’ll be great as a potato.
Theresa says
Girl, you are speaking my language here! This has everything I love all rolled into one amazing dish!
Tara says
I love the Mexican twist with these loaded baked potatoes. These would be perfect for Taco Tuesday.
Seattle Travel Blogger says
We are trying to move away from eating potatoes.
But this article makes this very difficult!
Kita Bryant says
Wow these look so yummy. I recently had something similar and was blown away. Potatoes go great with Mexican foods.
Mama to 6 Bleszings says
Now that is a baked potato! I love Mexican food, this is,a great way to change it up a bit!
Annemarie LeBlanc says
This dish will be on our table tonight! Oh my goodness. It looks so delicious! We are big on Mexican food in our house! These taco stuffed baked potatoes is a winner!
Tatanisha W says
Oh my, this looks amazing!! I’ve had stuffed baked potatoes, but nothing like this! This would be perfect for game night or to a party!
Our Family World says
My sister loves to try new recipes of baked potatoes. I will have her look into this and make some for us.
Brianne says
These look super yummy! Definitely trying this recipe out!