Crispy baked potato skins topped with cheddar, bacon, sour cream, and fresh green onions.
# What You'll Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 4 large russet potatoes
→ Toppings
02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
04 - 1/2 cup sour cream
05 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
→ Seasonings & Oil
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Scrub potatoes and prick them several times with a fork. Place directly on the oven rack and bake for 40 to 45 minutes until tender.
03 - Allow potatoes to cool slightly. Cut each in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch shell. Reserve the flesh for another use.
04 - Brush both sides of the potato skins with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper over them.
05 - Place potato skins skin-side down on the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until crisp.
06 - Remove skins from the oven, fill each with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Return to the oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Top each potato skin with a dollop of sour cream, sliced green onions, and chopped chives. Serve immediately.
