Description
This Loaded Steak Potato combines fluffy baked russet potatoes with savory steak, cheese, and creamy toppings for a restaurant-style dish you can prepare at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Bake the Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the russet potatoes clean and pat them dry. Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. This step gives the skin that delicious crispy texture. Place the potatoes directly on a baking sheet and bake for about 50–60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. The smell of baking potatoes filling the kitchen is one of those simple joys that makes cooking at home feel special. - Prepare the Steak
While the potatoes bake, season the steak pieces with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a small drizzle of olive oil. Add the steak pieces in a single layer. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. Set aside. The sizzling steak creates a rich aroma that pairs beautifully with the baked potato base. - Assemble the Loaded Steak Potato
Once the potatoes are finished baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Slice each potato open lengthwise and gently fluff the inside with a fork. Add a tablespoon of butter to each potato and let it melt into the soft interior. Top with cooked steak pieces and a generous handful of shredded cheddar cheese. Return the potatoes to the oven for about 5 minutes, just until the cheese melts. - Add the Final Toppings
Remove the potatoes from the oven and finish them with sour cream and chopped green onions. At this point, the Loaded Steak Potato becomes a hearty, restaurant-style dish that looks just as good as it tastes. Serve immediately while everything is hot and melty.
Notes
- This recipe can be customized with your choice of toppings, such as jalapeños or bacon bits.
- For a lighter version, you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg