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The Best Loaded Baked Potatoes

Loaded Baked Potatoes Flavorful

Fluffy baked potatoes with crispy skin loaded with butter, sour cream, cheddar, bacon, and green onions for a comforting, flavorful side or main dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 oven
  • 1 baking sheet optional, for baking potatoes
  • 1 fork
  • 1 knife

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large Russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 –3 green onions thinly sliced
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry.
  • Rub each potato with olive oil or melted butter and season with kosher salt.
  • Pierce each potato several times with a fork to release steam.
  • Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet and bake for 50 to 60 minutes until the skins are crispy and insides are tender.
  • Remove the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
  • Cut a lengthwise slit on the top of each potato and gently squeeze the ends to open.
  • Add a pat of butter and fluff the potato insides with a fork.
  • Top the potatoes with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and sliced green onions.
  • Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use Russet potatoes for fluffiest texture.
  • Do not wrap potatoes in foil to keep skins crispy.
  • Add chili, BBQ chicken, or steamed veggies for a heartier meal.