Here’s a complete recipe for a Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potato, a comforting and hearty meal that’s simple to make at home. 🥦🧀🥔
Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potato Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
- 2 large russet potatoes
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild, your choice)
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup milk or cream (optional, for creamier topping)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, green onions, crispy bacon bits
Instructions
1. Bake the Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Scrub potatoes clean and pierce each several times with a fork.
- Rub the skins with a little olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place directly on oven rack or a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork.
2. Cook the Broccoli
- Steam or boil broccoli until just tender (3–5 minutes).
- Drain well and chop into bite-sized pieces.
3. Prepare Cheddar Sauce (Optional for Creamier Topping)
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Stir in milk or cream.
- Add half the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
4. Assemble the Baked Potato
- When potatoes are done, cut a slit down the middle and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
- Sprinkle or drizzle the cheese sauce over the potato.
- Top with steamed broccoli and remaining shredded cheddar.
- Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes to melt the cheese and get a golden top.
- Add extra toppings if desired (sour cream, bacon, green onions).
Tips
- Faster option: Microwave potatoes for 5–7 minutes instead of baking, then finish under broiler with cheese and broccoli.
- Extra cheesy: Mix some cheese directly into the potato after fluffing for a creamy inside.
- Meal idea: Serve with a side salad or roasted chicken for a full meal.
If you want, I can also give a one-pan version where the baked potato, broccoli, and cheese are cooked together on a sheet pan for minimal cleanup — it’s a favorite for busy weeknights.
Do you want me to provide that version too?
