Taco Bell Cheesy Potato Casserole
This hearty bake layers crispy roasted potatoes with seasoned ground beef, nacho cheese, and cheddar for a molten, savory bite in every forkful. Mild spice and tangy taco sauce balance the richness, while a cool dollop of sour cream finishes it off. Taco Bell Cheesy Potato Casserole is ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a game-day crowd-pleaser.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook55 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (235 degrees C).
- 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then boil the potatoes until tender, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
- 3
Move the potatoes to a large bowl. Drizzle with oil, season with 1 tablespoon taco seasoning and salt, and toss until evenly coated. Spread the potatoes in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until crispy and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- 5
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with the remaining taco seasoning. Drain the grease if needed.
- 6
Transfer the potatoes to a 8x10-inch casserole dish. Drizzle with half the nacho cheese, then add the ground beef on top. Sprinkle with Cheddar and drizzle with 1 to 2 tablespoons taco sauce.
- 7
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
- 8
Top with sour cream and the remaining nacho cheese, and serve immediately.
- Calories 546.2 kcal High
- Protein 32.56 g Good Source
- Carbs 48.87 g Moderate
- Total Fat 24.52 g High
- Saturated Fat 9.22 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 93.87 mg High
- Sodium 843.76 mg High
- Fiber 4.22 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.7 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.65 g Low Source
- Calcium 176.95 mg Moderate
- Iron 4.78 mg Good Source
- Potassium 1029.06 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 68.13 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 43.52 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.13 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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