Description
Enjoy these hearty and flavorful Crack Chicken Stuffed Baked Potatoes, a comforting meal featuring tender chicken, creamy cheese, and crispy bacon all nestled in a fluffy baked potato. Easy to make and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes (about 10–12 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds total)
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cooked bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
- 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, plus more for topping
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and scrub potatoes. Pierce with a fork, rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake for 50-70 minutes until tender.
- 2. While potatoes bake, cook chicken breasts by poaching (15-20 mins in boiling water) or baking (25-30 mins at 375°F/190°C). Let cool slightly, then shred or dice.
- 3. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth. Add shredded chicken, chopped bacon, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
- 4. Once potatoes are tender, let cool slightly. Cut in half lengthwise. Gently scoop out some potato flesh, leaving a border.
- 5. Spoon crack chicken filling generously into each potato half. Top with additional cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- 6. Place stuffed potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until filling is heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 1-2 minutes on top if desired, watching closely.
- 7. Garnish with fresh chives or green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes for best texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato half
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 45g