Loaded Baked Potato
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Loaded Baked Potato recipe—a savory favorite that's crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and generously filled with toppings that pack a flavorful punch. These perfectly baked Russet potatoes are infused with olive oil and kosher salt for a beautifully crisp skin, then loaded with butter, melted cheddar cheese, creamy sour cream, crispy crumbled bacon, and a sprinkle of fresh green onions. With just 10 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe brings restaurant-quality baked potatoes right to your kitchen. Whether you're creating a satisfying side dish or a hearty main course, this loaded baked potato is a crowd-pleaser for all occasions. Perfect for family dinners, game-day spreads, or cozy comfort food nights, it’s a must-try for potato lovers everywhere!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Green onions, chopped
- 4 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Poke each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with kosher salt. This will ensure a crispy skin.
Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack. Alternatively, you can place them on a baking sheet.
Bake the potatoes for about 60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces through to the center.
Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
With a sharp knife, cut a lengthwise slit across the top of each potato to open them up.
Fluff the insides gently with a fork, being careful not to tear the skins.
Add 1 tablespoon of butter to each potato, mixing it in with the fluffy insides.
Top each potato with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, crumbled bacon, and a sprinkle of chopped green onions.
Add a pinch of black pepper to each potato for added flavor.
Serve immediately while the potatoes are hot and the cheese is perfectly melted.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
714 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 97 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 878 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1612 mg | 34% | |
*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.
