Description
Thanksgiving stuffed potato skins are a delightful twist on traditional holiday fare. These crispy, golden potato skins are generously filled with tender turkey, sharp cheddar, and creamy sour cream, bringing the flavors of Thanksgiving into a perfect handheld snack. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in, they promise to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Enjoy the warm aromas filling your kitchen as you create these festive bites that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the washed potatoes for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Once cooled, slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh.
- In a bowl, mix the scooped potato flesh with turkey, cheese, sour cream, green onions, butter, salt, and pepper.
- Fill each potato skin with the mixture and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato skin (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, replace turkey with black beans or sautéed mushrooms. - Customize toppings with sour cream, chives, or crispy bacon bits for added flavor.