Loaded Baked Potato Skins Casserole

Transform your favorite appetizer into a hearty, crowd-pleasing dinner with this Loaded Baked Potato Skins Casserole! This comforting dish combines all the beloved flavors of crispy potato skins—think gooey cheddar cheese, smoky crumbled bacon, tangy sour cream, and fresh green onions—layered into a baked casserole perfect for sharing. Made with tender russet potatoes that are twice baked for the ultimate texture, this recipe delivers creamy, cheesy mashed potato filling nestled into crisped potato skins. Enhanced with a touch of garlic and rich heavy cream, it’s a flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Ideal for weeknight meals, game-day gatherings, or potlucks, this casserole is as easy to serve as it is satisfying. Be sure to garnish it with a dollop of sour cream and freshly sliced green onions for the full loaded potato experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 4 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry. Prick each potato a few times with a fork, then rub them with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

Step 3

Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the skins are crispy and the insides are fully tender. Allow them to cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 5

Slice each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch layer in the skins. Set the potato flesh aside in a bowl and place the skins on a greased baking sheet.

Step 6

Mash the scooped-out potato flesh with the heavy cream, melted butter, garlic powder, 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, half of the crumbled bacon, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 7

Arrange the potato skins in a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish. Fill each skin with the mashed potato mixture and top them with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the edges of the skins are crispy.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with sour cream and sliced green onions just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1883.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3448.4

Total Fat 209.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 116.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 533.1mg	0%
Sodium 5138.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 293.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.6g
Protein 117.9g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 2163.6mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 7178.5mg	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: 53.4%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 33.3%