For extra flavor, brush the potato skins with melted butter or garlic oil before baking. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, or a blend of your favorites. If you don't have a deep fryer, you can also bake the potato skins after scooping out the pulp. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 10-15 minutes, or until crispy, then proceed with filling and baking as directed. To make ahead, prepare the potato skins through step 6, then refrigerate until ready to bake. Add a few minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Restaurant-Style Potato Skins
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME7 mins
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TOTAL TIME37 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS1.1K
Transform humble spuds into a crowd-pleasing masterpiece! These crispy, cheesy, bacon-laden potato skins are the perfect appetizer or game-day snack, guaranteed to disappear in minutes.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate41 g
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Cholesterol75 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein17 g
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Saturated Fat19 g
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Sodium361 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat33 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Pierce potatoes several times with a fork. Microwave the potatoes on high until they are easily pierced with a fork, about 8 to 12 minutes, depending on size.
03 Step
Recipe View Let the potatoes cool slightly, then cut them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the potato pulp, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell. Reserve the scooped-out potato for another use, like mashed potatoes or soup. (10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Heat oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed saucepan to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C). Working in batches, carefully fry the potato skins until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes per batch. (20 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Remove the potato skins with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. (2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Fill each potato skin generously with shredded Cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Arrange the filled potato skins in the prepared baking pan. (2 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (7 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View Serve immediately with sour cream and your favorite toppings, such as chopped chives or green onions.
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Aiyana Mosciski
Nov 24, 2024I added a sprinkle of smoked paprika to the cheese and bacon mixture for a little extra kick. Yum!
Albin Oberbrunner
Oct 24, 2024These were a HUGE hit at our party! I made a double batch and they were gone in minutes!
Dolly Treutel
Oct 18, 2024I've tried other potato skin recipes before, but this one is the best! The frying step really makes a difference in the crispiness.
Jane Maggio
Oct 8, 2023So easy to make and so delicious! My kids loved helping me fill the potato skins.