Few meals are as comforting as baked potatoes. This recipe combines the comfort of potatoes, the savory goodness of ground beef, and the ooey-gooey deliciousness of melted cheese. Yes, we're talking about stuffed potatoes! These hearty and satisfying meals are perfect for a cozy night at home or a crowd-pleasing party appetizer. Whether you're a meat lover or a vegetarian, there's a stuffed potato recipe that will surely make your taste buds dance with delight, so make sure to check out our tips below! This recipe is just what you need to take everyday baked potatoes and meatballs from blah to brilliant.
To make the meatballs equally sized, use a small ice cream scoop.
If you use frozen meatballs, you will need to increase the cooking time.
For juicy meatballs, don’t overmix the ground beef and seasoning. This will result in tough meatballs. Mix until just combined.
You can also use ground turkey and chicken instead of beef.
The meatballs are ready when the internal temperature reaches internal temperature reaches 165°F.
If you prefer, you can also leave the potato skins on. Just make sure to wash the potatoes with a vegetable brush before use.
For added flavor, you can use other spices like fajita or taco seasoning, Italian seasoning, or Cajun spice instead of salt and pepper.
Want to make these potatoes even meatier? Add crispy bacon bits or smoked chicken pieces to the potatoes at the same time you add the cheese.
If you prefer a bit of heat, you can add freshly sliced chilies.
Store leftovers in an airtight container (in the fridge) for up to 3 days.
Assemble the dish in an 8-inch baking tin (or any tin that will fit in your model Airfryer) and spray it with oil. Bake for 20 minutes at 180°C / 350°F.
Because of the potatoes, this dish is best served immediately when it comes out of the oven. Upon reheating, the potatoes will become grainy.
These Stuffed Potatoes are a meal on their own. If you want, you can serve it alongside a green salad.
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Add the potatoes to a pot of boiling water and allow to boil for 30 minutes. Then remove from the water and set aside to cool.
Add the potatoes to a pot of boiling water and allow to boil for 30 minutes. Then remove from the water and set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, mix the minced meat with salt, pepper, parsley, egg, and breadcrumbs.
In a large bowl, mix the minced meat with salt, pepper, parsley, egg, and breadcrumbs.
When the potatoes are cooled cut them in half and remove the inner part.
When the potatoes are cooled cut them in half and remove the inner part.
Transfer them to the baking tray covered with parchment paper and pour the olive oil on top. Top with cheese cubes.
Transfer them to the baking tray covered with parchment paper and pour the olive oil on top. Top with cheese cubes.
Add cheese cubes to each potato half and close with meat.
Add cheese cubes to each potato half and close with meat.
Pour olive oil on top and cover with grated cheese.
Pour olive oil on top and cover with grated cheese.
Transfer the stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake at 180°C/360°F for 40 minutes.
Transfer the stuffed potatoes to the oven and bake at 180°C/360°F for 40 minutes.
Enjoy!