Pulled Pork Baked Potato

Whether you are preparing a baked potato bar or want an easy weeknight dinner, these pulled pork baked potatoes are quick to throw together, family friendly and delicious comfort food.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Servings

Calories 773kcal

Author Laura Bashar

Ingredients

1 russet potato
½ cup shredded pork
¼ cup shredded cheddar
2 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoon sour cream
2 tablespoon green onions sliced
½ teaspoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon sea salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Wash the potato and pat dry. Pierce with a fork several times.
If baking in the oven, coat with olive oil and rub it down with kosher salt.
To bake in the oven, place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 425ºF until soft when you squeeze it, about 45 minutes. Cooking times vary depending on the size of the potato. My 12-ounce potato took about 45 minutes.
To cook in the microwave, wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 3 minutes. Small potatoes should take about 5-6 minutes total to cook, larger potatoes up to 8-9 minutes. I cook in 2-3 minute intervals then check doneness by squeezing the potato.
Once cooked, slice the potato down the center lengthwise and push ends together to squeeze open. Season with salt and pepper and mash in butter as it melts.
Add shredded cheese so it can get melty, then add shredded pork. Top with sour cream and green onions.

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