If you’re like most people, your weeknight potato recipes are probably limited to creamy mashed potatoes or potato soup. Sound familiar? Time to broaden your horizons and experiment with stuffing your whole meal into one big baked potato. Think about it: You have your veggies, protein and carbs packed into one easy-to-eat and delicious package, ideal for dining solo or serving to a slew of guests. Scroll down to explore 18 recipes that will have you stuffing every sweet and russet potato in sight for an all-in-one meal that nobody will be able to resist.
1. Cheesesteak Potato Skins: Didn’t you hear? Potatoes are the new hoagie rolls. These cheesesteak-stuffed potatoes are so delish, you might never go back to bread. (via Host the Toast)
2. Baked Sweet Potatoes Stuffed With Feta, Olives and Sundried Tomatoes: A salty Mediterranean-inspired filling is a great way to balance the saccharine flavor of sweet potatoes. Prep a big batch of these stuffed potatoes and you’ll have a winning lunch all week long. (via Gourmande in the Kitchen)
3. Cheesy Spicy Ranch Stuffed Baked Potatoes: When you think of baked potatoes, you probably think about cheese, cheese and more cheese. Add in some spicy ranch, shredded chicken and bacon and you’ve taken them to a whole new level. (via Cookies and Cups)
4. Twice Baked Chicken Fajita Sweet Potatoes: Make fiesta night just a bit healthier with these oh-so filling fajita potatoes. They’re filled with chicken, peppers and avocado to make the dish even more enticing. (via Cafe Delites)
5. Vegetarian Black Bean Chili Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: You won’t miss the meat a bit in these hearty veggie-loaded potatoes. They’re perfect for those chilly nights where a little extra comfort is needed. (via Ambitious Kitchen)
6. Healthy Chipotle Chicken Sweet Potato Skins: How can so much flavor fit into such a small package? These spicy potato skins do just that while still keeping things healthy. Pro tip: Simply omit the cheese if you’re looking for a Paleo option. (via Half Baked Harvest)
7. Kale Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: Chock-full of plant-based nutrients? Check. Slathered with an herbaceous tahini sauce? Check. Easy as pie to prepare? Ohhh yeah. (via Green Healthy Cooking)
8. Chili Cheese Stuffed Potatoes: If meaty chili is your jam, then these are the potatoes for you. Top with cheddar cheese and sour cream for a true Tex-Mex experience. (via Cinnamon-Spice and Everything Nice)
9. Pizza Stuffed Baked Potatoes: Why didn’t we think of this? Everything we love about pizza is stuffed inside a tender baked potato. Fill with any pizza toppings you like — we’re partial to a simple sausage, marinara and mozzarella combo. (via Maebell’s)
10. Baked Potato Stuffed With Grilled Vegetables: Whether you choose to serve them as a main course or unique side dish, these veggie-packed baked potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser. Inside you’ll find mushrooms, squash and peppers, just to name a few of the yummy ingredients. (via The Cozy Apron)
11. Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: You’re one slow cooker and eight hours away from the best BBQ of your life. Bonus: Stuffing it in a perfectly cooked sweet potato takes the dish to a whole other level. (via Paleo Leap)
12. Thai Stuffed Sweet Potatoes With Red Curry Peanut Sauce: These curry-infused potatoes have the potential to eliminate takeout night altogether. While purple sweet potatoes are totes gorgeous, you can easily sub them out for the standard variety — these will still be amazing. (via With Food + Love)
13. Reuben Stuffed Potato Skins: These skins have all the usual Reuben suspects you know and love. Russet potatoes are the perfect blank canvas to dress up with corned beef, sauerkraut and swiss cheese. YUM. (via Cooks With Cocktails)
14. Shepherd’s Pie Loaded Baked Potatoes: Shepherd’s pie is typically topped with a layer of creamy mashed potatoes and cheese. This deconstructed version puts the potato on the bottom, with all the other classic ingredients on top. (via Cupcakes and Kale Chips)
15. Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomato and Goat Cheese Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: Your go-to salad ingredients are key elements in these spuds. You’ll be wondering why you haven’t been pairing goat cheese with sweet potatoes this whole time. (via My Diary of Us)
16. Stuffed Sweet Potato Recipe With Barbecue Chicken: If you think a stuffed potato can’t be satisfying, think again! This one is full of protein, greens and antioxidants to keep you full for hours. (via Jessica Gavin)
17. Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: This sweet and spicy enchilada combo will be a request in your house from now on. Serve with raw onions, chives and avocado to round everything out. (via Living Loving Paleo)
18. Double Stuffed Taco Potatoes: Shake up #TacoTuesday by going sans tortilla. You won’t miss them anyway, because these potatoes aren’t just stuffed one time — they’re stuffed twice. SCORE! (via Spicy Southern Kitchen)
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