Cheesy Bacon Microwave Potatoes

Elevate your side dish game with Cheesy Bacon Microwave Potatoes—a quick and indulgent recipe that combines creamy baked potatoes, crisp bacon, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, all made effortlessly in your microwave. Perfect for busy weeknights or a hearty snack, these loaded potato halves are ready in just 15 minutes, cutting down on prep without sacrificing flavor. A pat of butter, a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and optional toppings like sour cream and green onions add extra layers of richness and freshness. Whether you're looking for a cozy comfort food fix or a low-effort appetizer, these microwaveable cheesy potatoes deliver restaurant-style satisfaction right from your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Medium-sized potatoes
• 4 slices Cooked bacon
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions (optional)
• 0.25 cup Sour cream (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

Pierce each potato 4-5 times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.

Step 3

Place the potatoes on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes per side (8-10 minutes total), or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife or fork. Cooking time may vary based on the size of the potatoes and microwave power.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, crumble the cooked bacon into small pieces and finely chop the green onions, if using.

Step 5

Carefully remove the hot potatoes from the microwave and let them cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, slice each potato in half lengthwise.

Step 6

Using a spoon, gently scoop out some of the potato flesh from each half, creating a small cavity for the toppings. Be careful not to remove too much so the potato skin remains intact.

Step 7

Add a small pat of butter (about 1/2 tablespoon) to each potato half, followed by a sprinkle of salt and black pepper.

Step 8

Top each potato half with a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese and the crumbled bacon.

Step 9

Place the topped potatoes back in the microwave and cook on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 10

Remove the potatoes from the microwave, garnish with chopped green onions (if desired), and serve warm with a dollop of sour cream on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(566.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1212.0

Total Fat 81.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 248.6mg	0%
Sodium 2645.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 9.6IU	0%
Calcium 955.3mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1911.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.8%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 24.0%