Cheesy Fiesta potatoes Taco Bell

Taco Bell's Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes are a popular menu item featuring seasoned potatoes topped with nacho cheese sauce and a creamy jalapeño sauce. This homemade recipe is inspired by that classic but allows for healthier ingredients and customization. You control the sodium, fat, and quality of ingredients

Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes calories

This homemade Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes recipe contains approximately 350-400 calories per serving. However, the calorie count can vary depending on the type of potatoes used, the cheese used in the sauce, and the amount and types of toppings added. Using reduced-fat cheese and lighter toppings can lower the calorie count.

Cheesy Fiesta potatoes recipe

This recipe involves baking (or air frying) seasoned potato wedges until crispy, preparing a creamy cheese sauce from scratch (or using a pre-made option), and then combining the two. Finally, top with your favorite fiesta-inspired toppings like sour cream, chives, and jalapeños.

Taco Bell cheesy potato burrito

The Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes are a key ingredient in Taco Bell's Cheesy Potato Burrito. The burrito includes the potatoes, cheese sauce, and often other ingredients like rice, beans, and beef, all wrapped in a flour tortilla. It's a heartier option compared to the potatoes on their own.

Taco Bell potato Taco

This Taco Bell menu item features seasoned potatoes, lettuce, cheese, and sometimes other toppings inside a folded and fried tortilla shell. It shares the seasoned potato component with the Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes but in a different format. It's like a crispy potato taco!

Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes - lennarecipes

Description

A quick and easy homemade version of a fast-food favorite, loaded with flavor and perfect for any fiesta!

Ingredients

Scale

2 large russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on a baking sheet.
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, air fry at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
4. While potatoes cook, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
5. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
6. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth; bring to a simmer.
7. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and paprika.
8. Transfer cooked potatoes to a serving dish.
9. Pour cheese sauce over potatoes.
10. Top with sour cream, chives, and jalapeños.

Notes

Use Yukon Gold potatoes for creamier texture. Adjust spice level with cayenne pepper or hot sauce. Substitute cheese as desired. Parboiling potatoes helps achieve crispier results.