Cheesy Bacon Potatoes: A Must-Try Comfort Food Recipe!
Cheesy Bacon Potatoes are a delicious and comforting dish that combines crispy bacon, creamy cheese, and tender potatoes for a perfect side or main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large potatoes, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the potatoes and mix well.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Feel free to substitute with your favorite cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg