Taco Bell Fiesta Potatoes Copycat
This Taco Bell Fiesta Potatoes copycat recipe brings the beloved drive-thru classic right to your kitchen table. Crispy golden potato chunks are tossed in bold Mexican seasonings and drizzled with plenty of warm nacho cheese sauce. Adding a cool dollop of sour cream balances the spices for the perfect bite. It is an easy vegetarian side dish that tastes even better than the fast food version.
Ingredients
Seasoned Potatoes
- 2½ pounds russet potatoes cut into ½-inch to ¾-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Toppings
- 1½ cups nacho cheese sauce warmed
- ½ to ¾ cup sour cream
- Optional Quick Fiesta Topping
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup finely diced onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped pickled jalapeños optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro optional
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place potato cubes in a bowl and cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes. Drain, rinse, and pat very dry.
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Put a large sheet pan in the oven while it heats.
- Toss potatoes with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Sprinkle over potatoes and toss to coat.
- Carefully remove hot sheet pan. Spread potatoes in a single layer.
- Roast 20 minutes. Flip, then roast 12 to 18 minutes more, until golden and crisp.
- While potatoes roast, warm nacho cheese sauce over low heat.
- If making the optional topping, stir tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Let sit 5 to 10 minutes.
- Assemble: pile hot potatoes into bowls, spoon warm cheese sauce over top, add sour cream, and finish with the optional topping. Serve right away.
Notes
For crispier potatoes, don’t crowd the pan. Use two sheet pans if you need to.
For air fryer cooking: 400°F for 16 to 20 minutes, shaking every 5 minutes.
Store potatoes plain and add toppings after reheating for the best texture.