Eggs in Baked Potatoes
Transform your breakfast game with this irresistibly hearty recipe for Eggs in Baked Potatoes! Perfectly baked russet potatoes are hollowed out to create a cozy shell, then filled with creamy cheddar cheese and a fresh-cracked egg for the ultimate all-in-one breakfast dish. Baked until the egg whites are just set and the yolks are delectably runny, these potato boats are finished with a sprinkle of green onions and optional crispy bacon bits for an extra layer of flavor. Quick to prepare with a simple ingredient list, this delightful recipe is both comforting and visually stunning, making it an excellent choice for a leisurely weekend brunch or a fun dinner. Keywords: eggs in baked potatoes, stuffed potato recipes, egg and cheese breakfast, hearty brunch ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large russet potatoes
- 4 pieces eggs
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons bacon bits (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly, then pat them dry.
Pierce each potato a few times with a fork, rub them with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt.
Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
Slice the top third off each potato lengthwise and carefully scoop out the insides with a spoon, leaving about 1/4-inch of potato flesh intact to form a shell.
Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheddar cheese inside the hollowed potatoes.
Crack one egg into each potato shell. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Return the filled potatoes to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain slightly runny.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and top with additional cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and bacon bits if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Eggs in Baked Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.6 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 871 mg | 290% | |
| Sodium | 3582 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.5 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 74.7 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 1000 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 4181 mg | 89% | |
*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.
