Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon Ranch seasoning mix
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 3 slices Turkey bacon
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce several times with a fork.
- Place the pierced potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 60 minutes, or until tender.
- Meanwhile, cook the chicken breasts using your preferred method until fully cooked; let cool slightly before shredding them.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, and ranch seasoning until well mixed.
- Carefully slice each baked potato lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
- Scoop out some of the potato flesh, leaving enough to maintain the potato’s structure.
- Fill each potato generously with the chicken mixture, then top with the grated cheddar cheese.
- Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
Ensure your potatoes are evenly sized for consistent baking. Use room temperature cream cheese for easier blending. Consider adding green onions or jalapeños to the stuffing for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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