Loaded Baked Potatoes with Pulled Pork Recipe
This Loaded Baked Potato with Pulled Pork recipe combines tender, fluffy baked Russet potatoes with savory pulled pork, melted cheddar cheese, and tangy BBQ sauce for a hearty and delicious meal. Topped with crispy bacon bits, fresh green onions, and creamy sour cream, it's perfect for a satisfying main course that's easy to prepare and full of bold flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Pulled Pork
- 2 cups pulled pork cooked
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup green onions chopped
- ¼ cup bacon bits
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, chives, avocado slices, smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean, pat them dry, and pierce each one several times with a fork. Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for 60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a knife.
- Prepare the Pulled Pork: If using pre-cooked pulled pork, reheat it in a skillet with a splash of water or additional BBQ sauce to keep it moist. For fresh pulled pork, cook pork shoulder with seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika) in a slow cooker for 8 hours on low or in an Instant Pot on high pressure for 60 minutes.
- Assemble the Loaded Potatoes: Once the potatoes are baked, slice them open lengthwise and fluff the interior with a fork. Add a generous portion of pulled pork on top of each potato. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the pulled pork while it’s still hot to let it melt. Top with sour cream, green onions, bacon bits, and a drizzle of BBQ sauce. Add optional toppings as desired.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw or a green salad.
Notes
- Use Russet potatoes for the best fluffy interior and crisp skin.
- To save time, prepare the pulled pork ahead or use store-bought pre-cooked pulled pork.
- Feel free to customize toppings to your preference, such as adding jalapeños for heat or avocado slices for creaminess.
- Reheating the pulled pork with a little BBQ sauce keeps it moist and flavorful.
- For a milder flavor, omit the jalapeños and smoked paprika toppings.
