Loaded Baked Potato with Pulled Pork
This Loaded Baked Potato with Pulled Pork recipe is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for any occasion. With fluffy baked potatoes, tender pulled pork, and an array of customizable toppings, it’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 cups pulled pork cooked
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup green onions chopped
- ¼ cup bacon bits
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
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 50-60 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.