Description
Hearty Steak Bites on Loaded Baked Potatoes combines tender, seasoned steak pieces with fluffy, cheesy baked potatoes loaded with sour cream, bacon, and green onions, making a satisfying and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes
Steak Bites
- 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings and Mix-Ins
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Bake Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the potatoes thoroughly, prick them with a fork, and place them directly on the oven rack. Bake for 45-60 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare Steak Bites Seasoning: While the potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak pieces evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to enhance their flavor.
- Cook Steak Bites: Add the seasoned steak pieces to the hot skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Remove from heat and set aside to rest.
- Prepare Potatoes for Filling: Once the potatoes are baked and tender, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly to handle. Cut a slit on the top of each potato and gently squeeze to open them up.
- Make Mashed Potato Filling: Scoop out some of the potato flesh into a bowl, leaving a small border inside the skins. Add softened butter, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream, then mash the mixture together until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Loaded Potatoes: Spoon the mashed potato mixture back into each potato shell. Generously top each with cooked steak bites, the remaining cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions for added flavor and texture.
- Bake Again to Melt Cheese: Place the assembled loaded potatoes back into the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately while hot and delicious.
Notes
- Use high-quality steak cuts like sirloin or ribeye for the best flavor and tenderness.
- Adjust steak seasoning according to your spice preference.
- You can prepare bacon in advance to save time.
- For a spicier kick, add some chili flakes or hot sauce to the steak bites.
- Leftover loaded potatoes can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
