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Crispy Loaded Potato Skins

Close-up of two crispy loaded potato skins topped with melted cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and fresh chives.
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Learn how to make ultra-crispy potato skins with fluffy centers, loaded with bacon, cheddar, and scallions. Perfect for parties and game days.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives or scallions
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the potatoes and prick them several times with a fork.
  3. Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack for 50-60 minutes, or until tender.
  4. Let the potatoes cool slightly until you can handle them.
  5. Cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch shell. Reserve the scooped-out potato for another use.
  6. Brush the inside and outside of the potato skins with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Place the skins cut-side down on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes.
  8. Flip the skins over and bake for another 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  9. In a small bowl, combine the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped chives.
  10. Fill each potato skin generously with the bacon and cheese mixture.
  11. Return the filled potato skins to the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Serve immediately with sour cream.

Notes

  • For extra crispy skins, you can scoop out more potato flesh.
  • To make ahead, prepare the skins up to step 6, cover, and refrigerate. Bake as directed before filling and serving.
  • To reheat and maintain crispness, place in a 350°F (175°C) oven for a few minutes until warmed through.
  • For air fryer potato skins, preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place skins in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy. Add toppings and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.

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