Broiled Potato Skins

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15

Crispy Broiled Potato Skins

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

316

Sugar

Fat

19g

Broiled Potato Skins are a classic American appetizer, often served in sports bars, pubs, and restaurants. These crispy and cheesy potato skins are perfect to enjoy while watching the game with friends and family, or as a start to a delicious party meal. While traditionally filled with bacon and cheese, these potato skins can be customized with any toppings of your choice, making them a versatile and fun dish to prepare and serve.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	Scrub potatoes clean, prick all over with fork, and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3.	Bake potatoes until fork tender, about 45 minutes.
4.	Cut potatoes in half lengthwise, and scoop out the centers, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato still in the skin.
5.	Spread the butter or margarine inside and outside each potato skin.
6.	Add shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped red pepper, onion, and garlic to each potato skin.
7.	Broil potato skins for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

These crispy and delicious broiled potato skins are the perfect appetizer for any party.

They are easy to make and require only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

These potato skins can be high in calories and fat, especially due to the addition of cheese and bacon.

They are best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in calories and fat, potatoes are a good source of potassium, vitamin C, and fiber.
Eating potatoes with the skin on can also provide additional nutrients such as iron and vitamin B-6. However, it is important to remember that the health benefits of potatoes can be counteracted if they are prepared in unhealthy ways such as deep-frying.

	4 large potatoes
	4 teaspoons unsalted butter or 4 teaspoons margarine , softened
	1 cup monterey jack pepper cheese , shredded
	8 slices reduced-sodium bacon , crisp and crumbled
	chopped red pepper
	onion
	garlic