Cheesy Taco Potato Skillet with Avocado Dressing
Hearty, cheesy, zesty, and topped with creamy avocado bliss!
If your weeknight dinner rotation needs a bold shake-up, this Cheesy Taco Potato Skillet is about to become your new go-to! Packed with layers of golden potatoes, seasoned ground meat, gooey cheddar cheese, and finished with a dreamy avocado-lime dressing, this one-pan wonder is flavor-packed and easy to make. Bonus? It’s loaded with protein, gluten-free, and a total crowd-pleaser!
Grab your skillet and let’s bring the fiesta to your kitchen!
🛒 Ingredients
For the Skillet:
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Avocado Dressing:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Water, as needed to thin
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Meat
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until fully browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if needed. Stir in the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper, and cook according to the seasoning packet instructions. Set the meat aside.
2️⃣ Cook the Potatoes
In the same skillet, layer in the thinly sliced potatoes in an even layer. Season with a bit of salt and pepper. Cover with a lid and cook over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden and tender.
Pro Tip: Thinner slices cook faster—use a mandoline for even slicing!
3️⃣ Build the Skillet
Return the seasoned meat to the skillet, spreading it evenly over the potatoes. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top. Cover again just until the cheese melts into gooey perfection.
4️⃣ Blend the Avocado Dressing
In a blender or food processor, combine:
- Avocado
- Greek yogurt
- Lime juice
- Garlic
- Salt & pepper
Blend until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, drizzle in a little water until you reach your desired consistency.
5️⃣ Garnish and Serve
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped fresh cilantro over the skillet. Just before serving, drizzle with the avocado dressing and dive in!
✅ Serving Suggestions
- Add a scoop of black beans or corn for extra texture.
- Spice things up with jalapeño slices or hot sauce!
- Serve with warm tortillas for a DIY taco night vibe.
⏱ Quick Recipe Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories (est.): ~450 per serving
This Cheesy Taco Potato Skillet is everything you want in a weeknight dinner—savory, comforting, slightly spicy, and brightened up with a cool avocado-lime drizzle. It’s taco night, but better!
