5 Minute Cheese Potatoes
Transform your mealtime in a flash with these irresistibly creamy 5 Minute Cheese Potatoes! This microwave-friendly recipe features a fluffy, perfectly cooked Russet potato topped with melty cheddar cheese, creamy butter, and a splash of milk for extra richness. Seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and optionally garnished with vibrant green onions, this single-serving dish delivers everything you love about loaded baked potatoes in just minutes. Whether you need a quick lunch, a comforting snack, or an easy side dish, this meal is the ultimate microwave potato hack for busy days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Russet potato
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
Wash and scrub the potato thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. Pat it dry with a paper towel.
Pierce the potato all over with a fork (6-8 times) to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Check for doneness—if not fully cooked, microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Carefully remove the hot potato from the microwave and use a knife to cut it open lengthwise.
Using a fork, fluff the interior of the potato to break it up slightly, creating a base for the toppings.
Add the butter and milk, mixing them into the hot potato interior until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the potato. Microwave for 20-30 seconds, or until the cheese is melted.
Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1075 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1730 mg | 37% | |
*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.
