Loaded Potato Skins
These Loaded Potato Skins are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring crispy baked russet potato shells filled with melted cheddar cheese, smoky bacon, and finished with cool sour cream and fresh green onions. Double-baked for extra crunch and packed with savory flavor, this easy potato skins recipe is perfect for game day parties, holidays, and family gatherings. Serve them fresh from the oven for a restaurant-style appetizer everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- sour cream for garnish
- green onions sliced
- sea salt for garnish
Instructions
- Bake potatoes at 400°F for 50–60 minutes.
- Cool slightly and cut in half. Scoop out most of the potato flesh.
- Brush skins with butter and oil mixture. Bake skin side up for 10 minutes.
- Flip and bake another 10 minutes.
- Fill with cheese and bacon. Bake 5–7 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with sour cream and green onions.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Approximate Per Serving)
Calories: 285Carbohydrates: 21g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 490mg