Imagine sinking your fork into a perfectly crispy-skinned potato, oozing with melted cheese, drizzled with tangy BBQ sauce, and crowned with a dollop of creamy sour cream. These Loaded BBQ Baked Potatoes aren't just a side dish - they're a mouthwatering experience that transforms the humble potato into a culinary masterpiece that will have everyone at your dinner table begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 70 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- Pierce each potato multiple times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking. This prevents the potatoes from potentially bursting in the oven.
- Rub each potato with a light coating of olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt to create a crispy skin.
- Place the potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. The internal temperature should reach about 210°F.
- While potatoes are baking, prepare the BBQ sauce and toppings. If using store-bought BBQ sauce, warm it slightly for easier drizzling.
- Once potatoes are done, remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to cool slightly.
- Carefully slice each potato lengthwise, gently pushing the ends to open and create a fluffy interior.
- Generously drizzle warm BBQ sauce over the opened potatoes, ensuring good coverage.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the hot potatoes, allowing it to melt from the potato's heat.
- Top with a dollop of sour cream and garnish with freshly chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the loaded BBQ baked potatoes.
Tips
- • Choose large russet potatoes for the best texture and size • Always pierce potatoes with a fork to prevent potential oven explosions • Rub potatoes with olive oil and salt for an extra crispy skin • Use a meat thermometer to ensure potatoes reach 210°F internally • Warm your BBQ sauce slightly for easier drizzling • Let potatoes rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow even heat distribution • Use freshly shredded cheese for optimal melting • Serve immediately while toppings are still hot and cheese is melty • For extra flavor, consider using a smoky or spicy BBQ sauce
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 65g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 45mg
