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Loaded Potato Skins Recipe | Crispy Cheesy Bacon Potato Appetizer

Loaded Potato Skins are crispy baked potato shells filled with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions. These classic American appetizers combine crunchy potato edges with a warm, cheesy, savory filling, making them perfect for game days, parties, family gatherings, or casual snacking. Served with sour cream and your favorite toppings, Loaded Potato Skins are easy to customize with jalapeños, diced tomatoes, or shredded chicken. Bake them until golden and bubbly for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's comforting, flavorful, and satisfying.

Cooking Method

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork. Rub the skins lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
Place the potatoes directly on a baking rack or baking sheet and bake for 40–50 minutes, until tender when pierced with a knife.
Remove the potatoes and allow them to cool enough to handle safely.
Cut each potato lengthwise in half. Carefully scoop out most of the potato flesh, leaving about ¼ inch (6 mm) of potato attached to the skin.
Brush the inside and outside of the potato skins lightly with olive oil and season with black pepper.
Return the skins to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes, turning once, until crisp and golden.
Fill each potato skin with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
Return to the oven and bake for another 5–7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and top with sliced green onions and optional jalapeños or tomatoes.
Serve immediately with sour cream, chives, or ranch dressing.