Description
This Microwave Baked Potato recipe delivers a deliciously soft and fluffy potato in just 12 minutes. Using your microwave, you can enjoy the comforting taste of a slow-roasted baked potato topped with butter, shredded Cheddar cheese, and sour cream with minimal effort and time.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato
- 1 large russet potato
Toppings
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon sour cream
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potato: Scrub the russet potato thoroughly under running water to remove dirt. Prick the potato several times all around with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Microwave Initial Cooking: Place the prepared potato on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on full power for 5 minutes. Afterward, turn the potato over to cook evenly and microwave for an additional 5 minutes until the potato is soft when pierced with a fork.
- Cut and Season: Remove the potato from the microwave and carefully cut it in half lengthwise. Season the inside with salt and ground black pepper. Use a fork to mash the interior lightly to prepare for mixing.
- Add Butter and Cheese: Add the butter and shredded Cheddar cheese over the mashed potato halves. Return them to the microwave and cook for approximately 1 more minute or until the butter and cheese are fully melted.
- Final Touch: Remove the potato from the microwave one last time, top with sour cream, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- This microwave method replicates the taste and texture of a slow-roasted potato in just about 12 minutes.
- Make sure the potato is pierced well to avoid any bursting during microwaving.
- Feel free to customize your toppings with green onions, bacon bits, or other favorite additions.
- Use a microwave-safe plate to ensure safe and even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large potato with toppings
- Calories: 368 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 203 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 54 mg
