Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Baked Potato Casserole. This crowd-pleasing dish brings together all the beloved flavors of a classic loaded baked potato, featuring layers of creamy mashed potatoes, melty cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a hint of garlic. It’s the ideal side dish for potlucks, family gatherings, or cozy weeknight dinners. With minimal effort and simple ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that will leave everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 1/2 cup bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1/4 cup green onions (diced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9×13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Boil diced potatoes in a large pot until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and return to the pot.
- Mix in butter, cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until smooth.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Fold in shredded cheddar and crumbled bacon.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish. Top with remaining cheddar and bacon.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg