Loaded Sliced Baked Potatoes
Loaded Sliced Baked Potatoes are the perfect combination of crispy edges and a soft, fluffy interior, topped with gooey melted cheese and all your favorite fixings. These potatoes are sliced just right to absorb maximum flavor while remaining easy to handle and serve.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes washed and scrubbed
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 4 green onions sliced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella optional
- 2 tbsp melted butter optional
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- Slice each potato thinly, but be careful not to cut all the way through. Leave about ¼ inch uncut at the bottom of the potato so the slices stay connected.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Using a pastry brush, generously coat the sliced potatoes with the seasoned olive oil mixture, making sure to get between the slices.
- Place the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender inside and crispy on the outside. You can add the optional melted butter during the last 10 minutes for extra flavor.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top. Make sure the cheese gets into the slices for extra gooeyness. Return the potatoes to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once the cheese has melted, remove the potatoes from the oven. Top with sour cream, green onions, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy your loaded baked potatoes!