Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are packed with bold taco flavors and piled high with your favorite toppings.
Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
This beef burrito bowl recipe is a favorite of mine—satisfying, flavorful, and so delicious.
To keep the same flavors but make it simpler, I swapped the rice for tender roasted sweet potatoes stuffed with taco-seasoned meat.
Using my favorite method for baking sweet potatoes, I loaded them with that taco meat and paired them with the perfect sauce from my sweet potato burrito bowls. The result? A total dinner win!
Quick Tip
Try my other stuffed sweet potatoes: Mediterranean, Southwestern, or Mexican Street Corn-inspired!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need for Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes:
- Sweet Potatoes: Pick medium ones for even cooking and easy serving. Wash well before baking.
- Olive Oil: Use good olive oil for better flavor and crispy potatoes.
Salt and Pepper: Add to each part of this recipe to bring out the flavors. - Yellow Onion: Dice small so it blends smoothly into the beef filling.
- Garlic: Fresh or pre-minced works—use whatever’s easiest for you.
- Spices: Homemade taco seasoning makes the meat super flavorful.
- Ground Meat: Use lean beef or turkey—whichever you prefer.
- Tomato Sauce: Adds moisture and ties the taco filling together.
Optional Chili Lime Sauce
This simple sauce takes these Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes to the next level:
- Mayo: The base for a creamy, rich sauce—use real mayo for the best result.
- Lime: Fresh juice and zest add bright, fresh flavor.
- Spices: Chili powder, cumin, and paprika bring bold flavors.
- Hot Sauce: Adjust the heat to what you like.
Toppings For Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Once the potatoes are baked and the taco filling is ready, it’s topping time! Add as many as you like, and don’t miss the chili lime sauce—it’s the ultimate finishing touch!
- Cheddar Cheese: Use sharp or extra-sharp for a strong cheesy flavor.
- Salsa: Homemade or store-bought. This 10-minute salsa recipe is amazing!
- Black Beans: I like to add a can to the filling for extra protein and to stretch the meat.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Halve or cut into quarters. Or try pico de gallo.
- Sour Cream: Add a big spoonful on top!
- Avocado or Guacamole: Slice or scoop for a rich and creamy flavor.
Quicker Baked Sweet Potatoes
Here’s how to bake sweet potatoes in half the time, making this Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potato recipe even quicker and easier!
- Cut Potatoes: Pick same-sized sweet potatoes for even cooking.
- Wash and Dry: Scrub clean and dry well to remove dirt. Slice potatoes in half lengthwise.
- Add Oil: Rub all sides with olive oil for nice crispy edges.
- Season Well: Sprinkle with salt and pepper to bring out the flavor.
- Line Tray: Use parchment paper to keep potatoes from sticking or burning.
- Space Out: Place cut side down on a big tray so air moves around evenly.
- Check Doneness: Bake until a fork slides into the biggest potato easily.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep toppings and sauce separate.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven or microwave.
- Freeze: Cool, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
More Protein-Packed Dinners
- Turkey Bolognese over spaghetti
- Sweet Potato Coconut Curry Soup with chickpeas
- Harvest Bowl with butternut squash
- Sweet Potato Couscous with fresh basil pesto
- Turkey Meatloaf with lots of veggies
Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are loaded with tender sweet potatoes, seasoned ground meat, and all your favorite taco toppings. Simple, delicious, and perfect for taco night!
Equipment
- Parchment paper or a silicone baking mat
- Sheet pan
- Large skillet
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
Taco Meat Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion 1/2 an onion
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 batch taco seasoning see note 1
- 1-1/2 teaspoons beef bouillon powder
- 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey (93/7)
- 1/3 cup tomato sauce
- 1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed, optional
- Toppings as desired see note 2
Optional: Chili Lime Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 2 limes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
Instructions
Sweet Potatoes
- Bake sweet potatoes using your preferred method. Here is my favorite (quick!) way to bake sweet potatoes.
Meat Filling
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3–5 minutes, until golden. Push onions to the edges of the skillet. Add ground beef or turkey to the center. Sear, crumble, and brown the meat. While browning, stir in garlic, taco seasoning, and bouillon. Cook until the liquid absorbs and meat is fully browned. Mix in tomato sauce and stir until combined. Add black beans, if using, and cook until warmed through.
Toppings/Assembly
- Optional Sauce: In a small bowl, mix lime zest (1/4 tsp) and juice (3 tbsp) with mayo, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and Sriracha. Add salt (1/4 tsp) and pepper (1/8 tsp). Whisk until smooth.
- To assemble, place baked sweet potatoes flesh side up on plates. Lightly mash the insides with a fork .Top with meat filling, drizzle sauce, and add desired toppings (see note 2).
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Recipe Notes
Note 1: For taco seasoning, you can use a store-bought packet or make your own at home. Combine 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon each of cumin and paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon each of onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Note 2: Choose your favorite taco toppings like sharp Cheddar cheese, sour cream, guacamole or avocado, cherry tomatoes, salsa, cilantro, or lime.
Nutrition Note: Nutritional information does not include any optional toppings.
Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping toppings and sauce separate. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 498mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1684IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Absolutely delicious! So many different flavors that combined amazingly well together. Little bit of a kick too. 😋
Yay! Thrilled to hear this! Thanks for your comment Rachel!
This is one of weekly meals so delicious.
I am so happy to hear this! Thanks so much for your comment Dawn! 🙂
These were absolutely amazing! I’ve already made these twice and have the ingredients ready for a third go. The Chili-Lime Sauce, Black Beans and Cilantro are great additions to enhance flavor. If I could give you a million stars I would. Thank you for this recipe!
I am so thrilled to hear this! Thank you so much Matthew! 🙂
These stuffed sweet potatoes are soo yummy and easy to make, I loved them!! I especially like that this recipe bakes the potatoes instead of microwaving them, it’s not a problem to microwave in a pinch but I feel like they taste better baked. The sweet potato goes so well with the spicier taco ingredients and it’s healthy to boot. I’ll be making these again for sure! Also, I’ve never thought to stuff sweet potatoes but I adore it, it’s so versatile and easy, I’lll be trying a variety of other “stuffings” too!
So glad to hear you enjoyed this recipe; thanks so much for the comment Alison!