This Mexican Ground Beef and Potatoes recipe is so versatile it can be made for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! You're only a few ingredients away from enjoying this with your family and trust me; you'll see everyone going for seconds!
You Will Love Mexican Beef and Potatoes
"You'll love the ground beef potato combination blended with the spices. It's tasty!"
- Anytime Meal. This recipe can be enjoyed at any meal - including breakfast. I love to serve it with runny fried eggs over the top. Of course, it makes a wonderful dinner.
- Family Pleaser. Does anyone else's family love tacos or anything taco-inspired? Yes? I thought so...that's why this Mexican-inspired taco dish with potatoes is one that you'll keep going back to.
- Adaptable. You can adapt this recipe to accommodate specific dietary restrictions. It is gluten-free already and can be made dairy-free by omitting the cheese. Check out the How to Serve and Variations section below for more ideas to amp up this dish!
Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this Mexican Ground Beef and Potatoes skillet recipe:
- Mexican Ground Beef - you can use my recipe, or, you can use a store-bought taco seasoning or my copycat taco seasoning mix recipe and make basic taco meat according to the recipe instructions.
- Potatoes - any potatoes of your choice will work, I chose russet potatoes to hold up through the cooking process.
- Onion
- Garlic - you could also use garlic powder in a pinch.
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
- Optional Toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions, olives, etc.
- Optional Garnish: green onions, salsa, cilantro or sour cream
Be sure to see the recipe card below for ingredient quantities and full instructions!
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Potatoes and Ground Beef Variations To Try
- If you like extra spice, add diced green chiles to your ground meat mixture, freshly sliced jalapenos as a topping, or our homemade chipotle seasoning to your skillet.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken.
- Choose low-fat options when choosing cheese, sour cream, and lean ground beef to reduce fat in this recipe.
- If creating a burrito, choose a carb-conscious shell to reduce carb count.
- Top with plain Greek yogurt to increase protein and reduce fat. Watch for a carb-conscious yogurt to reduce carb intake as well.
How To Make Mexican Beef and Potatoes
Boil
Start by adding water and one teaspoon salt to a 4-quart saucepan and bring to a boil.
Add halved potatoes and boil for 10 minutes.
Once cool to the touch, dice potatoes into 3/4" cubes.
Prepare
While the water is boiling and the potatoes are cooking and then cooling, prepare the Mexican Ground Beef.
Once cooked, remove from the pan and keep warm. I like to place it in my microwave or oven to assist with this.
Saute
Preheat your oil in a 12" skillet over medium heat.
Add your onions and potatoes to fry and saute until they are browned, and the potatoes are fork-tender. Stir frequently for about 10-12 minutes.
Combine
Add the Mexican Ground Beef to the potatoes and onion and stir to combine.
Warm over low heat if needed to bring everything to your preferred temperature.
Serve
Season to taste with salt and pepper, and enjoy!
Hint: Serve as a filling for burritos and add cheese, sour cream, and cilantro! Or, serve in a bowl and then add your favorite toppings. Check out the How to Serve section for ideas!
Tips for making Ground Beef with Potatoes
- Make the Mexican Ground Beef recipe ahead of time! You could create tacos for dinner, and use the leftovers for this Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe for breakfast the next morning!
- Do not overcook the potatoes. Potatoes vary in type and size. Adjust your boiling times in accordance. After boiling and sauteeing in the pan, check for doneness by piercing with a fork. If it pokes and removes easily they are done.
- When adding spice, start slow and light handed. If you are serving for multiple people consider adding peppers to the individual plate to accommodate multiple palates.
- When reheating leftovers, add a little beef broth for moisture.
What To Make with Ground Beef and Potatoes
- Serve this mixture in a burrito shell and add your favorite taco toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, cilantro, and avocado.
- Top with your favorite salsa to enhance the Mexican flavors. Try our Roasted Chili Corn Salsa!
- Serve for breakfast, and top with an over-easy egg. Use the egg yolk to add creaminess to the dish while adding extra protein!
- If you don't like over-easy eggs, feel free to scramble your eggs and serve on the side.
- Drizzle with a little Worcestershire sauce.
- Try drizzling our Chipotle Lime Crema top for extra creaminess, zest, and spice. So good!
- Instead of topping with fresh cilantro, top with fresh green onion to add extra flavor and texture.
- This recipe is totally flexible - feel free to add extras such as fresh tomatoes, corn, diced bell peppers, or any other vegetables you'd like!
How to Store and Reheat Ground Beef with Potatoes
Once cooled, transfer to an air-tight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Can Ground Beef Potatoes be frozen?
I do not recommend freezing leftovers as the potatoes don't freeze well. The seasoned ground beef, on its own, however, can be frozen. Freeze the meat in an air-tight container or plastic bag for up to 4 months.
Reheating Beef and Potatoes
You can safely reheat in the microwave; however, the texture will not be the same, so keep that in mind. When reheating leftovers from the refrigerator, I would suggest using a skillet for the best result. This helps draw out extra moisture and re-create that flavorful crustiness to the outside of the potatoes.
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📖 The recipe.
Mexican Ground Beef Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 recipe mexican ground beef
- 1¾ pounds potatoes (about 4 medium, halved)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup optional cheddar cheese (optional)
- optional garnish: sliced green onions or cilantro, sour cream
Instructions
- Add enough water to cover the potatoes and 1 teaspoon salt to a 4-quart saucepan and bring to a boil. Add potatoes and boil for 10-15 minutes, or until they are just tender.
- Remove potatoes from water and let cool enough to handle. Cut into ¾-inch cubes. (Tip: While the potatoes are cooking and cooling, make the Mexican ground beef. Remove from pan and keep warm.)
- Preheat oil in a 12" skillet over medium heat. Add onions and potatoes and fry saute until they are browned and potatoes are cooked through, stirring frequently about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Add the Mexican ground beef to the potatoes then stir. Warm over low heat if needed. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Kori's Tips
- Don't miss all of our helpful hints, substitution ideas, cooking tips, and other delicious recipes that can be found in our post. Check it out!
- SUBSTITUTIONS: Instead of making my Mexican Ground Beef recipe, you can make taco meat using a store-bought packet and add drained diced tomatoes with green chiles.
- TOP TIPS: Cook the potatoes just until they are done, if they get too soft they will turn to mashed potatoes.
- SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve in a bowl topped with cheese, sour cream or chipotle crema, and salsa; or, serve as a filling for burritos and add cheese.
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