Spicy Potato Soft Taco (Printable Recipe)

Crispy potatoes and creamy chipotle sauce wrapped in soft tortillas for a bold and easy dinner.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

01 - 2–3 medium russet potatoes (about 1 pound)

02 - 1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning

03 - 1 tablespoon corn starch

04 - 3 tablespoons olive oil

05 - creamy chipotle sauce (homemade or store-bought)

06 - salt to taste

07 - 8 flour tortillas (8-inch)

08 - 2 cups shredded lettuce

09 - 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

10 - diced tomatoes, avocado, or beans (optional)

11 - 2 tablespoons sour cream

12 - 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise

13 - 1 tablespoon diced pickled jalapenos (optional)

14 - 1 tablespoon pickled jalapeno juice (optional)

15 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika

16 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin

17 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

18 - 2 tablespoons water

01 - Peel and cut the potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes.

02 - Toss the cubed potatoes with taco seasoning and corn starch, then coat with olive oil. Bake at 425°F for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.

03 - While potatoes bake, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, jalapenos, jalapeno juice, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and water. Mix until smooth.

04 - Layer warm tortillas with lettuce, crispy potatoes, cheese, optional tomatoes, and chipotle sauce. Serve immediately.

01 - For convenience, store-bought chipotle sauce like Taco Bell’s version is widely available at major retailers.

02 - To reduce spice, omit jalapenos and paprika in the sauce.

03 - For crispier potatoes, spread evenly on the baking sheet without overcrowding.