Classic Jacket Potatoes
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for **Classic Jacket Potatoes**! Perfectly crisp on the outside and irresistibly fluffy on the inside, these baked potatoes are a timeless favorite. Coated in olive oil, sprinkled with sea salt, and roasted to perfection, they boast a golden, crackly skin that complements the soft, buttery interior. Each potato is generously topped with tangy sour cream, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh chives, making every bite creamy and flavorful. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings, these jacket potatoes are an ideal side dish or savory main for any occasion. Ready in just over an hour, this simple yet satisfying recipe is guaranteed to be a hit at your dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large baking potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chives
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any soil or dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Using a fork, pierce each potato several times all over. This allows steam to escape during cooking, preventing the potatoes from bursting.
Rub each potato with olive oil until evenly coated. This will help achieve a crispy skin.
Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper evenly over the potatoes.
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack. Alternatively, you can place them on a baking sheet lined with foil for easier cleaning.
Bake the potatoes for about 60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces through the flesh.
Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the oven. Carefully slice each potato lengthwise down the center.
Gently open the potatoes and fluff the insides with a fork.
Add a tablespoon of butter to each potato, letting it melt into the fluffy potato flesh.
Top with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, and a dash of chopped chives.
Serve immediately while hot, allowing guests to customize additional toppings as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.0 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.8 g | 349% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 5829 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.5 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 63.0 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1108 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 6460 mg | 137% | |
*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.
