Cheesy Taco Potatoes: Indulgent Comfort with Turkey Bacon Twist
Discover the delightful combination of cheesy flavors and taco spices in these indulgent Cheesy Taco Potatoes, featuring a tasty turkey bacon twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and pierce the potatoes with a fork, then bake for about 45-60 minutes until tender.
- In a pan, sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Slice the baked potatoes in half and scoop out some of the flesh.
- Mix the scooped potato with turkey bacon, taco seasoning, and sour cream.
- Stuff the mixture back into the potato skins and top with cheddar cheese.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add jalapeños to the filling.
- This dish pairs well with a side of guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Cheesy Taco Potatoes, comfort food, turkey bacon