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Loaded Baked Potato with Pulled Pork


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  • Author: Amelia Sinclair
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious Loaded Baked Potato topped with succulent pulled pork, cheddar cheese, and various toppings that make for a satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large Russet potatoes
  • 2 cups pulled pork cooked
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup green onions chopped
  • ¼ cup bacon bits
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub the potatoes clean, pat them dry, and pierce each one several times with a fork.
  3. Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a knife.
  5. If using pre-cooked pulled pork, reheat it in a skillet with a splash of water or additional BBQ sauce to keep it moist.
  6. For fresh pulled pork, cook pork shoulder with seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika) in a slow cooker for 8 hours on low or in an Instant Pot on high pressure for 60 minutes.
  7. Once the potatoes are baked, slice them open lengthwise and fluff the interior with a fork.
  8. Add a generous portion of pulled pork on top of each potato.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the pulled pork while it’s still hot to let it melt.
  10. Top with sour cream, green onions, bacon bits, and a drizzle of BBQ sauce. Add optional toppings as desired.
  11. Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw or a green salad.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize toppings based on personal preference.
  • For a spicier kick, consider adding jalapeños or hot sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 potato
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg