A hearty and delicious baked potato loaded with cheese, bacon, sour cream, and chives. Perfect as a main dish or a side.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup chives
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sour cream
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry.
Step 3
Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
Step 4
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces the potatoes.
Step 5
While the potatoes are baking, cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it.
Step 6
Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Step 7
Cut a slit down the center of each potato and fluff the insides with a fork.
Step 8
Top each potato with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped chives.
Step 9
Serve immediately while hot.