High Protein Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon

Elevate your comfort food game with this High Protein Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon recipe, a satisfying twist on the classic baked potato! Packed with creamy cottage cheese, tangy Greek yogurt, and crispy bacon, this dish is as indulgent as it is nutritious. The tender russet potatoes are baked to perfection, scooped, and stuffed with a savory, protein-rich filling, then topped with bubbly cheddar cheese, crunchy bacon crumbles, and fresh green onions. Perfect as a hearty meal or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this recipe is easy to prepare and loaded with flavor. Whether you’re meal prepping or enjoying a casual dinner, these baked potatoes are a delicious way to fuel your day.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 pieces bacon strips
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 stalks green onions
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry using a towel.

Step 3

Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 4

Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt to taste.

Step 5

Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 6

Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble it into small pieces.

Step 7

Slice the green onions into thin rounds and set aside.

Step 8

When the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly so they can be handled.

Step 9

Cut each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out most of the potato flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving about a 1/4-inch shell.

Step 10

To the bowl with the scooped-out potato flesh, add the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, black pepper, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.

Step 11

Spoon the mixture back into the potato shells and place them back on the baking sheet.

Step 12

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of each potato half.

Step 13

Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.

Step 14

Remove the potatoes from the oven and top each with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.

Step 15

Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your high-protein baked potatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1933.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2574.5

Total Fat 97.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 221.0mg	0%
Sodium 4924.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 302.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 119.0g	0%

Vitamin D 9.6IU	0%
Calcium 1315.5mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 7592.9mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 47.1%