These crispy potato tacos are topped with shredded cheese, lettuce, and a spicy chipotle sauce for an easy dinner that is packed with flavor.

crispy potato tacos
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The inspiration for these potato tacos actually came from Taco Bell. Some friends brought over the Taco Bell potato tacos and I had to admit they were pretty good. I figured it wouldn’t be too hard to recreate it at home and the results were absolutely delicious. (Plus, I felt a little better about the ingredients!) These crispy potato tacos quickly became a favorite at our house!

The ingredients list is simple, but the sky is the limit with toppings. You can add salsa, avocado, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, sour cream, or any other toppings you like!

Ingredients & Substitutions

  • Tortillas- I used flour tortillas but you can use corn tortillas or whole wheat tortillas.
  • Potatoes– I recommend using a russet potato because they’re high in starch and they get nice and crispy on the outside while staying soft in the center.
  • Seasoning– I used a combination of smoked paprika, garlic, onion powder, and cumin. This added a nice balance of flavors. You could substitute the spices with your favorite taco seasoning if you like.
  • Cornstarch– A little cornstarch makes the potatoes extra crispy. You can skip it if you don’t have any, but your potatoes won’t be quite as crispy.
  • Cheeseโ€“ I used sharp cheddar cheese. I prefer to buy a block of cheese and shred it, so it melts easier. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent it from melting smoothly.
  • Lettuce– I like the crunch of shredded romaine, but iceberg lettuce works great too.

How to Make the Sauce

For the sauce, you’ll combine chopped chipotle chilis in adobo sauce with mayonnaise and lime juice. You can find canned chipotle chilis near the salsa at most grocery stores. You can also find jars of adobo sauce if you want to skip chopping the chili and make a smooth sauce. The sauce is easy to make, but if you want to use a pre-made sauce, try Sir Kensington’s Chipotle Mayo.

How to Make Crispy Potato Tacos