Broccoli & Cheddar Potato Skins
Broccoli & Cheddar Potato Skins offer a healthy, delicious twist on the classic appetizer, combining crispy potato skins with a creamy, cheesy filling. These tasty bites are perfect for any occasion, and they can easily be customized to suit various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- 5-6 small russet potatoes
- 1 head of broccoli chopped and steamed
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3-4 slices of bacon cooked until crispy and chopped
- 3-4 stalks of green onions chopped
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Wash and scrub the potatoes, then dry them thoroughly.
- Pierce each potato a few times with a fork and place them on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour.
- While the potatoes are baking, steam the broccoli. After steaming, mix it with a little butter, salt, and pepper to taste.
- You can also prepare the bacon by cooking it on the stovetop or baking it in the oven.
- Once the potatoes are done, allow them to cool slightly before slicing them in half. Scoop out most of the potato centers, leaving the skins intact. You can use the scooped-out potato to make mashed potatoes by mashing it on the stovetop with butter, milk, sour cream, garlic, salt, and pepper!
- Place the empty potato skins back on the baking sheet. Season them with a bit of sea salt, then fill them with chopped steamed broccoli and shredded cheddar cheese. Bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, top with crumbled bacon, and sprinkle with chopped green onions. Serve as is or with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream on top. Enjoy!
Notes
For Making Ahead: You can go ahead and prepare the potato skins and let them cool a day or hours ahead. You can also pre-make the broccoli and bacon. Then just assemble and heat with the cheese and toppings when you’re ready!