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Best Loaded Steak Potato Ever

This recipe creates a truly satisfying loaded steak potato, featuring a perfectly cooked fluffy potato topped with juicy steak and an array of flavorful toppings. It's a customizable and easy-to-make meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or a hearty side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 53 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 800
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large Russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt for potatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper for potatoes
  • 1 pound steak sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for steak
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt for steak
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper for steak
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Optional: Hot sauce
  • Optional: Chives
  • Optional: Jalapenos

Equipment

  • Oven
  • fork
  • Baking sheet (optional)
  • paper towels
  • small bowl
  • large skillet
  • Meat Thermometer
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry.
  3. Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
  4. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper.
  5. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack (or on a baking sheet) and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until soft and easily pierced with a fork.
  6. While the potatoes are baking, prepare the steak.
  7. Pat the steak dry with paper towels to help it sear properly.
  8. In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  9. Rub the spice mixture all over the steak.
  10. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  11. Once the oil is hot, add the steak to the skillet and sear for 3-5 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.
  12. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak is cooked to the correct temperature.
  13. Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  14. Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
  15. Carefully slice each potato lengthwise, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  16. Fluff the inside of the potatoes with a fork.
  17. Top each potato with butter, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, cooked and crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions.
  18. Slice the steak thinly and arrange it on top of the potatoes.
  19. Optional: Drizzle with hot sauce or sprinkle with chives or jalapenos.
  20. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Don't overcook the potatoes. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak is cooked to your desired level of doneness. Let the steak rest before slicing for a more tender and flavorful steak. Get creative with the toppings! Leftover Loaded Steak Potato can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave. Freezing is not recommended.