Taco Bell Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes
Recreate the magic of Taco Bell at home with these irresistible Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes! This crowd-pleasing recipe starts with perfectly seasoned, golden-brown cubes of crispy fried potatoes coated in a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Topped with gooey nacho cheese sauce, creamy dollops of sour cream, and a sprinkling of fresh green onions, these loaded potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or satisfying snack. Whether you’re hosting a game day get-together or simply craving bold, creamy, cheesy goodness, these fiesta potatoes will be a hit every single time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 3 cups Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Nacho cheese sauce
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into 1/2-inch cubes.
Rinse the cubed potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch, then pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the potato cubes in the seasoning mixture until evenly coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully add the seasoned potato cubes to the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 5–7 minutes per batch, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried potatoes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Warm the nacho cheese sauce in a small saucepan or the microwave until smooth and pourable.
To assemble, place the crispy potatoes in a serving dish. Drizzle the warm nacho cheese sauce over the top and add dollops of sour cream.
Garnish with chopped green onions for an extra pop of flavor and color.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 668.5 g | 857% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.7 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 403.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 3456 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 28.4 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 449 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 3605 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
