Easy Loaded Baked Potatoes (4 Ways)
Overview:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: 417.6
Description:
Looking for a quick fix that’s both hearty and satisfying? Look no further than these Easy Loaded Baked Potatoes! Whether as a side dish or a standalone lunch with a refreshing salad, these spuds, dressed to impress, will surely hit the spot.
Recipe Category:
Lunch/Snacks
Keywords:
Potato, Vegetable, Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Baking potatoes |
| 1 | Jar of Alfredo sauce |
| 1 | Cup of diced ham |
| 1 | Cup of shredded colby-monterey jack cheese |
| 1/2 | Cup of sour cream |
| 1/2 | Cup of salsa |
| 1/4 | Cup of guacamole |
| 1/2 | Cup of shredded broccoli |
| 1 | Cup of chili |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Potatoes: Clean potatoes thoroughly and wrap each one with foil.
- Bake Potatoes: Place the wrapped potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for about 1 hour or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare Potatoes for Toppings: Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and carefully cut a large X on the top of each potato, creating an opening for the toppings.
- Variation #1: Ham and Alfredo
- Pour the Alfredo sauce into a saucepan and stir in the diced ham.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it’s thoroughly heated.
- Spoon the ham and Alfredo mixture generously over each potato.
- Variation #2: Broccoli and Cheese
- In a separate saucepan, heat the shredded broccoli and colby-monterey jack cheese mixture over medium heat until it’s hot and bubbly.
- Spoon the broccoli and cheese mixture over each potato, ensuring even distribution.
- Variation #3: Tex Mex
- Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of salsa over the top of each potato.
- Add a dollop of sour cream and a spoonful of guacamole to each potato, creating a vibrant Tex Mex flair.
- Variation #4: Chili and Cheese
- In a medium saucepan, combine the chili and shredded cheese.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until the cheese is fully melted and the chili is heated through.
- Spoon the warm chili and cheese mixture generously over each potato, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve these loaded baked potatoes immediately while they’re piping hot, allowing everyone to customize their toppings to their liking!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 417.6
- Fat Content: 18g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 63.8mg
- Sodium Content: 1384.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 45.8g
- Fiber Content: 7.9g
- Sugar Content: 4.6g
- Protein Content: 21.2g
Whether you’re craving a classic combination like ham and cheese or something with a little more zest like Tex Mex flair, these Easy Loaded Baked Potatoes offer a delightful array of options to suit any taste preference. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, they’re sure to become a staple in your meal rotation! 🥔✨
