Here’s a cozy, satisfying recipe for Stuffed Jacket Potatoes — baked potatoes with crispy skins and loaded with delicious fillings. Perfect as a main or hearty side, and totally customizable!
🥔 Stuffed Jacket Potatoes (Baked & Loaded)
🔹 Basic Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes or baking potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
🔹 Filling Base (Classic Cheesy Mash):
- ½ cup sour cream or cream cheese
- 2–3 tbsp butter
- ½–1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup milk (optional, to loosen)
- 2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Bake the Potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub potatoes clean and prick them with a fork.
- Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake directly on oven rack or a tray for 50–60 minutes, until skins are crispy and a knife slides in easily.
2. Scoop & Mix Filling:
- Let potatoes cool slightly, then cut a slit on top.
- Scoop out most of the inside into a bowl, leaving a shell.
- Mash the potato flesh with butter, sour cream, cheese, chives, salt & pepper.
- Add milk if needed for creaminess.
3. Stuff & Finish:
- Spoon the filling back into the potato shells, mounding it up.
- Top with a bit more cheese if you like.
- Return to oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10–15 minutes until golden and heated through.
🧀 Stuffing Variations:
🍗 Chicken & Bacon Ranch:
- Add chopped grilled chicken, crispy bacon bits, and a spoon of ranch dressing.
🌽 Tex-Mex:
- Mix in black beans, corn, salsa, and shredded pepper jack cheese.
🥦 Veggie Cheddar:
- Stir in steamed broccoli, sautéed mushrooms, or spinach with sharp cheddar.
🐟 Tuna Melt:
- Mix in canned tuna, a little mayo, diced red onion, and top with melted mozzarella.
🍳 Breakfast Style:
- Add scrambled eggs, cooked sausage or bacon, and a sprinkle of hot sauce.
🧂 Serving Tips:
- Great with a side salad, soup, or just on their own.
- Top with extra sour cream, crispy onions, or hot sauce for extra flavor.