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Game Day Loaded Pulled Pork Baked Potatoes: 5-Ingredient Winner

  • Author: Maya
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A foolproof, crowd-pleasing recipe for loaded baked potatoes topped with smoky pulled pork, sharp cheddar, and sour cream. Perfect for game day, this dish is affordable, customizable, and requires minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large Russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups shredded pulled pork
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 stalks green onions, sliced
  • ½ cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub potatoes clean and pat dry. Rub lightly with olive oil and sprinkle generously with kosher salt.
  3. Poke holes all over each potato 5-6 times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
  4. Place potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender when squeezed gently. For extra crispy skin, broil for the last 2-3 minutes.
  6. While potatoes bake, warm pulled pork and BBQ sauce in a saucepan or microwave until hot and saucy.
  7. Remove potatoes from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Slice a slit down the center of each potato (about 3/4 through) and gently press ends to open. Fluff the inside flesh with a fork.
  9. Spoon warm pulled pork into the center of each potato and drizzle with BBQ sauce.
  10. Top with shredded cheddar cheese. If desired, return to oven for 1-2 minutes to melt cheese.
  11. Finish with sliced green onions and a dollop of sour cream before serving.

Notes

For crispy skin, do not wrap potatoes in foil during baking. If making ahead, bake potatoes in advance and keep warm in a 200°F oven. Do not freeze loaded potatoes as sour cream may break; freeze plain baked potatoes instead. Ensure potatoes are fluffed before adding toppings to help them stick.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 loaded potato
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 15
  • Sodium: 1200
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 60
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 25

Keywords: game day food, pulled pork, baked potatoes, comfort food, super bowl snacks, easy recipes, crowd pleaser, 5-ingredient recipes

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