High Protein Cheesy Baked Potatoes

Indulge in a wholesome twist on a comfort food classic with these High Protein Cheesy Baked Potatoes! This recipe combines fluffy, oven-baked russet potatoes with a rich and creamy filling made from cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic powder—bringing a protein-packed upgrade to your plate. Topped with crispy bacon bits, fresh green onions, and melted cheddar, these twice-baked potatoes strike the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. With minimal prep time and a satisfying blend of textures, this dish is ideal as a hearty main course or a show-stopping side. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, these cheesy baked potatoes are a delicious and nutritious way to fuel your day!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 0.5 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Pat them dry with a kitchen 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 them evenly with half of the salt and pepper.

Step 5

Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 6

While the potatoes are baking, in a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, half of the cheddar cheese, green onions, bacon, garlic powder, and the remaining salt and pepper.

Step 7

Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Cut a lengthwise slit in the top of each potato and gently squeeze the ends to open.

Step 9

Scoop out most of the flesh into the bowl with the cheese mixture, leaving the skins intact for filling.

Step 10

Mash the potato flesh with the cheese mixture until well combined and creamy.

Step 11

Spoon the filling back into the potato skins, dividing it evenly among them.

Step 12

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of the filled potatoes.

Step 13

Place the filled potatoes on a baking sheet and return them to the oven.

Step 14

Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 15

Serve the high protein cheesy baked potatoes hot, garnished with extra chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2313.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2885.6

Total Fat 126.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 292.4mg	0%
Sodium 5886.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.2g	0%
Total Sugars 36.2g
Protein 138.0g	0%

Vitamin D 9.6IU	0%
Calcium 1344.0mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 7992.9mg	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: 39.2%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 41.8%