Description
Crispy, cheesy, and fully loaded potato skins that make the perfect party appetizer or indulgent snack topped with bacon, green onions, and served with sour cream.
Ingredients
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- 6 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 whole green onions, chopped
- 1 cup sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Wash and scrub the potatoes clean. Poke each with a fork about six times all over.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 50 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool to touch.
- Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the insides, leaving a 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick wall.
- Combine melted butter, salt, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Brush the butter mixture on the inside and outside of the potato skins.
- Arrange cut side down on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
- Flip and bake for another 5 minutes until crispy.
- Remove and fill each skin with cheese and bacon.
- Return to the oven for 5 more minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with sour cream.
Notes
Great for parties or game day. You can prep the skins ahead of time and fill just before baking. Serve with extra toppings like jalapeños or hot sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato skin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
