Get ready to transform an ordinary potato into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will have your family and friends begging for seconds! These loaded chicken stuffed potatoes are the perfect blend of crispy potato skin, tender chicken, and melted cheese that create an irresistible meal guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Whether you're looking for a hearty dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this recipe is about to become your new go-to culinary sensation.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking. Rub the potatoes with a light coating of olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. The skin should be crisp and golden brown.
- While potatoes are baking, prepare the filling by mixing shredded chicken, sour cream, half of the shredded cheese, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Once potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes until they are comfortable to handle.
- Cut each potato lengthwise and gently scoop out most of the interior, leaving a thin layer of potato to maintain the potato skin's structure.
- Mash the scooped potato flesh and mix it into the chicken filling mixture.
- Stuff each potato skin generously with the chicken and potato mixture.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of each stuffed potato.
- Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 2-3 minutes, and garnish with additional chopped green onions if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious stuffed potatoes!
Tips
- Choose large, uniform-sized potatoes for consistent cooking and impressive presentation.
- Make sure to thoroughly dry potatoes before oiling to achieve that perfect crispy skin.
- Don't discard the potato flesh you scoop out - mixing it back into the filling adds extra flavor and creaminess.
- Use a fork to fluff and mix the potato and chicken filling for a lighter, more integrated texture.
- For extra crispiness, you can briefly broil the stuffed potatoes for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
- Let the potatoes rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set and prevent burning your mouth.
- Feel free to customize the filling with different cheeses, herbs, or protein options to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 75mg
