Description
Loaded Baked Potatoes Bacon Cheddar are the ultimate comfort food, bursting with flavors that will satisfy your cravings. Imagine fluffy russet potatoes topped with rich cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a dollop of sour cream, all garnished with fresh chives. Perfect for game nights or cozy dinners, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table. Easy to customize with your favorite toppings, it’s a meal that brings warmth and joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 6 strips bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chives or green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and poke each potato with a fork.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake directly on the oven rack for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- Slice each potato open, fluff the insides, then fill with cheddar and bacon. Return to the oven for a few minutes until cheese melts.
- Top with sour cream and chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded potato (260g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg