Description
A hearty loaded baked potato topped with juicy garlic butter steak bites, melted cheddar cheese, and classic creamy toppings for a comforting, flavor-packed meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub and dry the potatoes, prick several times with a fork, rub lightly with olive oil, and sprinkle with a little salt.
- Bake directly on the oven rack for 45–60 minutes until tender.
- While the potatoes bake, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season steak bites with remaining salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Sear steak for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to preferred doneness.
- Reduce heat slightly, add butter and garlic, and toss steak for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Slice open baked potatoes and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Top with shredded cheddar so it melts from the heat.
- Add steak bites, sour cream, and green onions before serving.
Notes
- Ribeye or New York strip can be substituted for sirloin.
- Microwave potatoes first to speed up cooking, then finish in the oven for crisp skin.
- Avoid overcooking steak to keep it tender.
- Store steak and potatoes separately for best texture.
- Add sautéed mushrooms, jalapeños, or ranch dressing for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded potato
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
