Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites
Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites is a delicious comfort food that brings warmth to any gathering. These baked potatoes are loaded with tender steak bites, melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and topped with a dollop of sour cream. Perfect for family dinners or game day, this dish combines flavors and textures that are sure to impress. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a truly unique experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Russet potatoes (about 300g each)
- 8 oz (225g) sirloin steak
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub the Russet potatoes and poke holes with a fork. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle salt.
- Bake potatoes directly on the oven rack for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- While baking, cut the sirloin into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes until browned.
- Add bacon bits during the last minute of cooking to warm through.
- Remove baked potatoes from the oven, cut lengthwise without cutting all the way through, and fluff insides with a fork.
- Top potatoes with shredded cheese, steak bites, bacon bits, sour cream, and chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded baked potato (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, experiment with toppings like sautéed mushrooms or jalapeño salsa. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven for crispy skins.