Oven Baked Potato

Achieve potato perfection with this easy and delicious Oven Baked Potato recipe! Featuring crispy, flavorful skins and fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth interiors, these classic baked potatoes are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Using simple ingredients like Russet potatoes, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper, this recipe ensures perfectly seasoned potatoes every time. Elevate the experience with a pat of creamy butter, a dollop of tangy sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh chives for a burst of flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this hearty and satisfying dish is ideal as a comforting side or a standalone meal. Whether you're making dinner for the family or hosting guests, these perfectly oven-baked potatoes are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Chopped chives

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.

Step 3

Using a fork, pierce each potato several times all around to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 4

Rub each potato with olive oil to coat evenly. This helps in getting crispy skins.

Step 5

Sprinkle each potato with kosher salt and black pepper, ensuring even coating on all sides.

Step 6

Place the seasoned potatoes directly on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Position a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch any drips.

Step 7

Bake the potatoes for approximately 60 minutes or until the skins are crispy and a fork easily pierces the flesh.

Step 8

Once done, carefully remove the potatoes from the oven using oven mitts.

Step 9

Slice each baked potato open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.

Step 10

Top each potato with 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, allowing it to melt into the fluffy interior.

Step 11

Add a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with chopped chives for added flavor.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly baked potatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1404.7 grams (1404.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2059

Total Fat 99.00g	127%
Saturated Fat 47.70g	239%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 182mg	61%
Sodium 843mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 272.10g	99%
Dietary Fiber 21.20g	76%
Total Sugars 21.50g
Protein 39.10g	78%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 354mg	27%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 6757mg	144%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 51.0%