Description
Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites is a mouthwatering comfort food that combines fluffy baked potatoes with juicy steak bites, melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a dollop of sour cream. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures in every bite. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup bacon bits
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash the potatoes, poke holes in them, and rub with olive oil. Bake directly on the rack for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- While baking, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned steak bites until browned and cooked to your desired doneness, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the potatoes are done, slice them open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top while hot for melting. Add bacon bits and steak bites.
- Finish with sour cream and garnish with chives or green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded potato (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg