Nacho Cheese‑Stuffed Potatoes
	
		Crispy baked potatoes filled with a creamy, spicy nacho cheese mixture, perfect as a party appetizer or indulgent snack.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
 
							- Yield: 8 stuffed potato halves 1x
 
							- Category: Appetizer
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 4 medium russet potatoes
 
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce
 
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
 
- 1/4 cup sour cream
 
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
 
- 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped (optional)
 
- 1/2 tsp paprika
 
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
 
- Salt and pepper to taste
 
- Olive oil for brushing
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry.
 
- Brush the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
 
- Let the potatoes cool slightly, then slice them in half lengthwise. Scoop out the insides, leaving a small border of potato around the skin.
 
- In a bowl, combine the scooped-out potato with nacho cheese sauce, cheddar cheese, sour cream, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
 
- Fold in chopped green onions and jalapeños if using.
 
- Spoon the mixture back into the potato skins. Place them back on the baking sheet.
 
- Return to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the tops are golden and bubbly.
 
- Garnish with additional green onions or jalapeños if desired, and serve warm.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- You can use store-bought or homemade nacho cheese sauce.
 
- For extra crispiness, broil the stuffed potatoes for 2-3 minutes at the end.
 
- Customize with toppings like bacon bits or salsa.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato half
 
							- Calories: 210
 
							- Sugar: 2g
 
							- Sodium: 420mg
 
							- Fat: 11g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 5g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 22g
 
							- Fiber: 2g
 
							- Protein: 6g
 
							- Cholesterol: 20mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: nacho cheese, stuffed potatoes, appetizer, baked potato, vegetarian snack