Baked Potato with Bacon Bits
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Baked Potato with Bacon Bits recipe, a perfect balance of crispy, creamy, and savory flavors. Featuring fluffy Russet potatoes baked to perfection, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of kosher salt, this dish is simplicity at its best. But what truly sets it apart is the indulgent topping—a melty layer of cheddar cheese, a dollop of tangy sour cream, crispy bacon crumbles, and a fresh pop of chopped chives. Whether you're serving it as a hearty side or a stand-alone meal, this loaded baked potato recipe is comfort food done right. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and ready to impress your taste buds. Ideal for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or even meal prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 5 slices Bacon
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Chives
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Rub the potatoes with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated. Sprinkle them generously with kosher salt.
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool.
After the bacon has cooled, crumble it into small bits and set aside.
Remove the baked potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly, then gently cut a slit lengthwise across the top of each potato.
Squeeze the ends of each potato gently to open them slightly and create a pocket.
Distribute the cheddar cheese evenly among the slits in the potatoes, allowing the cheese to melt.
Top each potato with a dollop of sour cream, followed by a generous sprinkle of bacon bits.
Garnish with chopped chives and a touch of black pepper to enhance the flavors.
Serve the baked potatoes while they are hot, and enjoy the comforting flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.1 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.6 g | 293% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3707 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.6 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 80.0 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 976 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 7294 mg | 155% | |
*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.
