Cowboy Potato Rounds

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Delicious Cowboy Potato Rounds recipe for a fun side dish or appetizer

by The Chefin Appetizer/Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 large baking potatoes , unpeeled
	no-stick vegetable oil cooking spray
	1/2 - 3/4 cup tex-mex cheese
	5 slices bacon , cooked , drained and crumbled
	2 green onions , diced
	1/4 cup barbecue sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

327

Sugar

Fat

16g

Cowboy Potato Rounds are a spin on baked potatoes that are sliced, roasted, and topped with an assortment of delicious ingredients. This recipe is perfect for a snack, appetizer, or side dish, and it can be served alone or alongside other foods, such as burgers, sandwiches, or salads. The flavors of tex-mex cheese, bacon, green onions, and barbecue sauce complement the potato rounds, giving them a smoky, spicy, and savory appeal. Whether you are hosting a party, going on a picnic, or simply looking for a tasty snack, these Cowboy Potato Rounds are sure to please your taste buds and satisfy your hunger.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2.	Cut your baking potatoes into rounds of 1/4-1/2 inch thickness.
3.	Place the potato rounds on a baking sheet coated with no-stick vegetable oil cooking spray, and coat the tops of the rounds with more cooking spray.
4.	Bake your potato rounds for 20-25 minutes until they are golden and crispy.
5.	Remove the baking sheet from the oven, and sprinkle tex-mex cheese, bacon, and diced green onions over each potato round.
6.	Drizzle barbecue sauce over the potato rounds, and return them to the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

These Cowboy Potato Rounds are an easy, flavorful, and fun way to enjoy a classic baked potato.

The recipe is versatile and customizable, allowing you to add your favorite toppings and experiment with different flavors.

CONS

The texture of these potato rounds may be too crispy or crunchy for some people, and the added toppings may make them high in calories, fat, and sodium.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of carbohydrates, fiber, and some essential micronutrients, such as vitamin C and potassium.
They have been shown to support digestion, reduce inflammation, and improve blood sugar control when consumed in reasonable amounts.