Microwave Sliced Baked Potatoes

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Microwave Sliced Baked Potatoes recipe for easy and quick meals

by The Chefin Potatoes

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 medium evenly-sized potatoes
	1 teaspoon salt
	2 -3 tablespoons melted butter
	2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs ( such as parsley , chives , thyme or sage ) or 2 -3 teaspoons dried herbs ( or your own choosing )
	4 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese
	1 1/2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

Fat

Sliced Baked Potatoes are a classic side dish that can be made in many different ways. This recipe is a quick and easy version that uses only a microwave to cook the potatoes. The potatoes are sliced thin and coated in melted butter, fresh herbs, and two types of cheese to create a flavorful and cheesy side dish that pairs perfectly with any main dish. It's a great recipe to make when you don't have a lot of time or when you want to avoid using the oven. This recipe is simple yet delicious and will soon become one of your go-to side dishes.

Instructions

1.	Wash 4 medium potatoes thoroughly and scrub them clean if necessary.
2.	Slice each potato into 1/8 inch-thick rounds and place them on a plate.
3.	Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt over the potato slices.
4.	Drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of melted butter over the potatoes, making sure all slices are coated.
5.	Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, thyme or sage) or 2-3 teaspoons of dried herbs over the potatoes.
6.	Microwave the potatoes for 5 minutes. Then, remove the plate from the microwave and sprinkle 4 tablespoons of grated cheddar cheese over the top.
7.	Microwave for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the potatoes are cooked through.
8.	Sprinkle 1 1/2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese over the melted cheese and herbs.
9.	Serve warm.

PROS

This recipe is incredibly easy and quick to make, taking only 15-20 minutes.

The potatoes are sliced thin for even cooking and are coated in flavorful herbs and melted cheese.

It’s a perfect side dish for any meal and is great for vegetarians.

CONS

Microwaving potatoes can sometimes make them a little rubbery or less crispy than you might want them to be.

Also, since they are coated in butter and cheese, they are not the healthiest side dish option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a great source of potassium, vitamin C, and fiber.
However, since this recipe adds butter and cheese, it’s not the healthiest option. Try using a healthier cooking oil like olive oil and reducing the amount of cheese to make it slightly healthier.