Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon
Indulge in pure comfort food perfection with this hearty Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon recipe! Featuring crispy-skinned Russet potatoes, fluffy interiors, and savory toppings, this easy-to-follow dish is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. The potatoes are oven-baked to golden, fork-tender perfection, then loaded with creamy sour cream, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and crunchy bacon crumbles. A sprinkling of fresh chives adds a burst of flavor and color to complete the dish. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or game-day feasts. Whether served solo or as a satisfying side, these loaded baked potatoes deliver a delightful mix of textures and flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Chives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt.
Dry the potatoes with a paper towel, then pierce each potato several times with a fork.
Rub the potatoes all over with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 60 to 75 minutes, until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces the flesh.
While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Grate the cheddar cheese and set it aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Carefully slice each potato open lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Fluff the potato flesh with a fork inside the skin, add a dollop of sour cream, then top with grated cheddar cheese.
Return the potatoes to the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven, top with crumbled bacon, and sprinkle with chopped chives.
Serve immediately while they are hot, and enjoy your delicious baked potato with cheese and bacon.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.9 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.3 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 199 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 4354 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 287.2 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 78.7 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 821 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 7323 mg | 156% | |
*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.
