Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with loaded baked potatoes! Fluffy russet potatoes are baked to perfection and generously topped with sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, creamy sour cream, and fresh chives. This delicious dish is perfect for cozy nights or casual gatherings, ensuring satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chives or green onions, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (optional for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub the potatoes clean and poke several holes in each potato with a fork. Optionally, brush with olive oil for added crispiness.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet lined with foil. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Slice open each potato lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Generously top each potato with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper.
- Optional: Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded baked potato (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg