30 Minute Baked Potato
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this quick and easy 30-Minute Baked Potato recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners or satisfying side dishes. Using large Russet potatoes, this recipe combines simplicity with bold flavor, featuring olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper for a perfectly crispy skin and fluffy interior. Ready in just half an hour, this oven-baked method includes a genius time-saving trick by setting the temperature to a high 425°F. Customize your baked potato with optional toppings like creamy butter, tangy sour cream, and fresh chives, or let your creativity run wild with your favorite garnishes. Perfectly portioned for two servings, this recipe offers a delicious and effortless way to enjoy a classic comfort food. Keywords: quick baked potato, 30-minute recipe, easy side dish, crispy Russet potato.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces large Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional, for topping)
- 1 tablespoon chives (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and scrub the Russet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Using a fork, carefully poke holes all over each potato (about 10-12 punctures per potato) to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Rub each potato with olive oil to coat evenly, then sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper.
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack for even heat distribution, or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Bake the potatoes for 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
To check if the potatoes are done, insert a knife or skewer into the center. It should slide in easily without resistance.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 2-3 minutes. Use a sharp knife to make a lengthwise slit along the top and gently squeeze the sides to open them up.
Top with butter, sour cream, and a sprinkle of chives, or any of your favorite toppings. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 793 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.1 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1909 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
