Baked potatoes are a staple in many households, but sometimes we don’t have the time for oven Baked Potatoes! That’s where this Microwave Baked Potato recipe comes in! This side dish is ready in just 12 minutes and results in a deliciously soft and fluffy baked potato. It’s perfect for when you’re shorter on time or when it doesn’t make a whole lot of sense to turn the oven on for one potato. For another quick and easy baked potato recipe, check out my Air Fryer Baked Potato!
Ingredients needed for a Microwave Baked Potato
Potato: I recommend using Russet potatoes. Butter, Salt, and Pepper: for serving, if desired.
How to make a baked potato in the microwave
How long to microwave a potato
This depends on the size of the potato you’re microwaving. Here are my guidelines for this Microwave Baked Potato recipe:
150-160 grams: 3 minutes per side200 grams: 4 minutes per side250-260 grams: 5 minutes per side300 grams: 6 minutes per side
Tips
Clean it well. Potatoes can be somewhat dirty so be sure to scrub well before cooking.Poke it. Don’t forget to poke holes in the skin of the potato before cooking. If the steam doesn’t have a place to escape, you may end up with an explosion in your microwave!Use tongs or gloves to remove the potato. It will be hot when it’s done cooking. Don’t grab the potato out of the microwave with your bare hands.
Serving suggestions
Baked potatoes make a delicious side dish or snack topped off with a pat of butter, salt, and pepper. Serve them with air fryer meatloaf, grilled chicken thighs, turkey burgers, you name it. They can also be served as loaded baked potatoes with all of your favorite toppings! Here are some variations to try:
Classic: load them up with shredded cheddar, sour cream, bacon bits, and sliced green onion.Chili Cheese: ladle on a helping of instant pot chili and top it off with sour cream, shredded cheese, and avocado.Broccoli Cheese: top it off with a pile of steamed broccoli and melted cheddar cheese.Sloppy Joe: skip the sloppy joe sandwich and use the filling as a baked potato topping instead.Mexican-Inspired: whip up a batch of instant pot taco meat and serve that over the potato with all your favorite taco toppings.Breakfast: load your potato up with scrambled eggs, bacon, hot sauce, and sautéed veggies.
More potato recipes you’ll love
Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Air Fryer Potato Wedges
Lyonnaise Potatoes
Garlic Herb Instant Pot Potatoes
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