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The Ultimate Crispy Loaded Potato Skins Recipe

A plate of freshly baked, crispy potato skins loaded with melted cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and green onions.
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Make restaurant-style potato skins that are perfectly crispy, cheesy, and loaded with bacon. This easy appetizer is ideal for game day or any party.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean and prick them several times with a fork.
  2. Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the skins are firm and the insides are tender.
  3. Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool until you can handle them safely. Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Carefully slice each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out most of the inside flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch thick shell. Reserve the scooped potato for another use.
  5. Brush the outside and inside of each potato shell lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. This step helps achieve crispy potato skins.
  6. Place the shells cut-side up on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes.
  7. Flip the shells over and bake for another 10 minutes until the edges start to look dry and crisp.
  8. Remove the shells from the oven. Fill each shell generously with the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
  9. Return the loaded potato skins to the oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from the oven. Top each potato skin with sliced green onions and serve immediately with sour cream on the side.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skins, lightly brush the shells with oil again before the second baking step.
  • You can prepare the bacon and shred the cheese ahead of time to speed up assembly.
  • These are great as a gluten free appetizer option.

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