Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken Stuffed Potatoes

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

• 4 large russet potatoes

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

For the Filling

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled

• ½ cup sour cream

• ½ cup ranch dressing

• 3 tbsp butter, softened

• 2 green onions, sliced

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• Extra cheddar & bacon for topping

Instructions

1. Bake the Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Wash potatoes, poke with a fork, rub with olive oil and salt.

3. Bake 55–65 minutes, until soft.

2. Prepare the Filling

1. Once potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them open lengthwise.

2. Scoop out most of the potato into a bowl, leaving a thin shell.

3. Add to the bowl:

   • shredded chicken

   • cheddar & mozzarella

   • bacon

   • sour cream

   • ranch dressing

   • butter

   • green onions

   • garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, paprika

4. Mash and mix until creamy and well combined.

3. Stuff the Potatoes

Spoon the mixture back into the potato shells, packing it in generously.

4. Add Toppings & Bake

Top with extra cheddar and bacon.
Bake for 12–15 minutes or until melted and bubbly.

5. Serve

Garnish with extra green onions and a drizzle of ranch if desired.

Perfect with a salad or as a full comfort-meal on its own!