Description
Crispy and cheesy baked potato skins loaded with cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and topped with sour cream and green onions, perfect for game day, parties, or as a fun appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasoning
- 4 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives
Instructions
- Preheat and Bake Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce each one several times with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack for 45–50 minutes, or until fork-tender. Let cool slightly until easy to handle.
- Prepare Potato Skins: Cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the center, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato flesh around the edges. Save the scooped-out insides for another use like mashed potatoes.
- Season and Crisp Skins: Brush both the inside and outside of the potato skins with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Place them skin-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, then flip and bake another 5 minutes until crispy.
- Add Toppings and Melt Cheese: Flip the skins back over and fill each with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Return to the oven for 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add Final Toppings and Serve: Remove from oven and top each potato skin with sour cream and chopped green onions. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- You can add extras like jalapeños, salsa, or ranch drizzle for variety.
- These baked potato skins are perfect for game day, parties, or as a fun appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
