Published 11/30/2021 • Updated 11/29/2023 Pair this twice baked potato recipe with a sous vide steak, pork tenderloin, or our pan seared chicken. Twice baked potatoes are the perfect hearty side dish to accompany your dinner OR be your dinner (especially when topped with leftover chili)! Whether you’re serving a crowd (this recipe serves 8) or meal prepping for the week (these are easy to reheat), these twice baked taters are calling your name. Simply bake the potatoes in the oven, then scoop out the tender potato flesh and mix it with cheesy, creamy ingredients and cooked bacon pieces. Fill the potato skin boats with the creamy mashed potato mixture and bake again (aka twice baked!). You’ll appreciate that most of this recipe is hands-off time! We tested this recipe a few times and had best (and creamiest) success when the potatoes were super tender – they should be easily pierce-able with a fork.
What You Need for Twice Baked Potatoes
These twice baked potatoes are made with basic ingredients that come together to create a truly epic side dish! You’ll need:
Russet potatoes Olive oil Salt + pepper Onion + garlic Thick-cut bacon Greek yogurt + sour cream Shredded cheddar cheese Butter Beef broth Red pepper flakes
Twice Baked Potato Variations
Our favorite way to customize twice baked potatoes is by setting up a toppings bar and letting everyone top their own! Here are a few other swaps and substitutions to try: Baked Potatoes: We have a variety of different baked potato recipes on Fit Foodie Finds and recommend using our baked potato in the oven method since you’ll already be using your oven for the second part of this recipe. You could also make and use smoked baked potatoes or crock pot baked potatoes in this recipe. Vegetarian: For vegetarian potatoes, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth. Spices: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little kick or mix in your favorite spices/seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, or homemade Italian seasoning) in step 5.
Storage
Baked potatoes make great leftovers, especially on chilly days! Let the twice baked potatoes cool, transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
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Oven Baked Potato Wedges Smashed Red Potatoes Crispy Roasted Red Potatoes Crockpot Mashed Potatoes Foil-Pack Grilled Potatoes
Reheating instructions
Oven: Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Place the potatoes in a casserole dish and cover with tin foil. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are warm. Microwave: Working one potato at a time, place the twice baked potato on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high until warm.
Freezing Twice Baked Potatoes
Let the twice baked potatoes cool completely. Once cool, tightly wrap each potato in a piece of foil. Place the wrapped potatoes in an airtight bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Serving Suggestions
It’s always a good time for twice baked potatoes and the toppings are the best part! Serve them for game day, at a potluck, as a holiday side, or as part of a weeknight dinner alongside a protein and non-starchy vegetable. Some of our favorite twice baked potato pairings and toppings are:
Main Dish/Proteins:
Sous Vide Steak Pork Tenderloin Roasted Garlic Black Bean Burger Grilled Chicken Legs
Other Sides / Vegetables:
Grilled Asparagus Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad Green Beans Almondine Roasted Broccoli
Toppings
More shredded cheese A dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream Chopped chives or green onions Bacon bits BBQ sauce and cheddar cheese Salsa Leftover chili Vegan queso
