Description
Discover how to make delicious Loaded Beef Potato Skins with this easy recipe. Perfect for a savory appetizer or snack, learn how to create this flavorful dish today!
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes (about 900 g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (2.5 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (1.5 g)
- 1/2 pound ground beef (225 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (1.5 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (1.5 g)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (115 g)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt (120 ml)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (15 g)
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (40 g)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (15 g)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean under running water.
- Pat the potatoes dry with a towel.
- Rub each potato with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and black pepper.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet.
- Bake the potatoes for 50-60 minutes, until tender.
- While the potatoes bake, heat a pan over medium heat.
- Add ground beef to the pan.
- Season the beef with garlic powder and onion powder.
- Cook the beef until browned and fully cooked.
- Drain any excess fat from the beef.
- Remove potatoes from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Cut each potato in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the insides, leaving a 1/4-inch shell.
- Place potato skins back on the baking sheet.
- Fill each skin with cooked ground beef.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef.
- Return the potato skins to the oven.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes, until cheese melts.
- Remove the potato skins from the oven.
- Top each with a dollop of sour cream.
- Add chopped green onions on top of the sour cream.
- Sprinkle diced tomatoes over the potato skins.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Consider using lean ground turkey or chicken in place of ground beef for a healthier option.
- Experiment with mozzarella or pepper jack cheese for a unique flavor twist.
- Swap plain yogurt with Greek yogurt for a creamier texture and added protein.
