Description
This Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites recipe combines crispy, tender baked russet potatoes topped with juicy, buttery steak cubes, melted cheddar cheese, sour cream, crumbled bacon, and fresh green onions for a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any dinner occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Steak Bites
- 1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Rub each russet potato thoroughly with olive oil, then sprinkle with kosher salt. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces through the potatoes, indicating they are tender inside.
- Cook Steak Bites: While the potatoes are baking, season the steak cubes generously with salt and black pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter. Add the steak pieces and sear them for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they develop a rich brown crust and reach your preferred level of doneness.
- Flavor the Steak: In the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic and thyme to the skillet. Toss the steak bites well so they are coated evenly in the fragrant melted butter infused with garlic and herbs. Remove the skillet from heat to prevent overcooking.
- Assemble Loaded Potatoes: Once the potatoes are fully baked, carefully slice them open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork to create a soft, airy base. Generously top each potato with shredded cheddar cheese, then spoon the steak bites on top. Follow with a dollop of sour cream, sprinkle crumbled bacon, and finish with sliced green onions for color and freshness.
- Serve: Serve the loaded baked potatoes immediately while everything is hot and the cheese is melted. For extra richness, drizzle some of the flavorful steak butter from the skillet over the assembled potatoes before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, drizzle the steak butter from the skillet over the loaded potatoes.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
- This recipe also works with sweet potatoes for a different twist.
