Description
Microwave Baked Potato is the ultimate quick and comforting side dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a base for hearty toppings, this recipe delivers fluffy interiors, flavorful skins, and endless versatility in just minutes. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, it’s ideal for anyone craving the classic baked potato without the wait. Top with butter, cheese, sour cream, or your favorite fillings for a customizable meal that’s as satisfying as it is effortless.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium to large russet potato
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter
- Coarse salt, to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chives, bacon bits
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potato thoroughly.
- Pierce the potato with a fork several times to allow steam to escape.
- Rub olive oil or butter over the skin and sprinkle with salt.
- Microwave on high for 5 minutes, flip, then microwave for an additional 4-5 minutes.
- Check for doneness with a fork. If not fully cooked, microwave in 1-minute increments.
- Optional: finish under the broiler for 2-3 minutes for a crispier skin.
- Slice, fluff the interior, and add desired toppings.
Notes
- Use medium to large russets for best results.
- Rotate the potato if your microwave doesn’t have a turntable.
- Let it rest for 2 minutes after cooking to distribute steam evenly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg