Transform your everyday comfort food into a gourmet delight with these Baked Potatoes with Chive Sauce. Perfectly crispy on the outside and irresistibly fluffy on the inside, these russet potatoes are baked to perfection and paired with a creamy, tangy chive sauce made from sour cream, fresh chives, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. This easy yet elegant side dish is a crowd-pleaser that can effortlessly steal the spotlight at any meal. Serve these loaded potatoes as a standalone vegetarian option or alongside your favorite mains for a restaurant-quality experience at home. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is perfect for casual dinners or special occasions. Keywords: baked potatoes, chive sauce, easy side dish, comfort food, vegetarian recipes.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove dirt, then dry them with a kitchen towel.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Rub each potato with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated. Sprinkle with kosher salt for added flavor.
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until the skin is crispy, and a knife easily slides into the center.
While the potatoes bake, prepare the chive sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, chopped chives, garlic powder, black pepper, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.
Cut a slit lengthwise along the top of each potato and gently press the ends to open them slightly.
Top each potato generously with the prepared chive sauce and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped chives for presentation.
Calories |
1139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 47.0 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 797 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.7 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 385 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 3731 mg | 79% | |
*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.