Crispy Potato Skins

Total Time
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

The creamy topping on these is so delicious. They're perfect for snacking on while watching football games.

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Crispy Potato Skins

Yield: 4 servings
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min

Ingredients

  • 2 medium potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup picante sauce
  • 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/4 cup chopped tomato
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
  • topping:
    • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons sour cream
    • 1 tablespoon prepared ranch salad dressing
    • 1 bacon strip, cooked and crumbled
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

  1. Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 400° for 45-50 minutes or until tender. When cool enough to handle, cut each potato lengthwise into four wedges. Cut away the white portion, leaving 1/4 in. on the potato skins.
  2. Place potato skins on a baking sheet. Brush butter over shells; top with picante sauce, cheese and bacon bits.
  3. Bake potatoes, skin side down, at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and skins are crisp. Sprinkle with tomato and onion. In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients. Serve with potato skins.
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