Potato Skin Bites

Name: Potato Skin Bites
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 Russet potatoes, scrubbed clean; 2 Tbsp. olive oil; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Pinch cayenne pepper; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar; 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled; Sour cream, for serving; 3 green onions, thinly sliced

4 steps

Prep:30minCook:45min

Delicious potato skin bites topped with melted cheese and crispy bacon, perfect for game day or any gathering.

Updated at: Sun, 08 Feb 2026 01:59:28 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories147.8 kcal (7%)

Total Fat10.4 g (15%)

Carbs6.2 g (2%)

Sugars1.2 g (1%)

Protein6.6 g (13%)

Sodium291.7 mg (15%)

Fiber0.9 g (3%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

15 servings

3russet potatoes

scrubbed clean

2 Tbspolive oil

kosher salt

freshly ground black pepper

cayenne pepper

1 tspgarlic powder

1 ½ cupsshredded cheddar

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice potatoes into 1/2 inch coins.

Step 2

In a large bowl, toss potato rounds in olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, cayenne, and garlic powder. Toss until evenly coated. Place on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until browned and tender, flipping halfway through.

Step 3

Top each potato round with cheese and bacon. Broil until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Dollop sour cream onto each potato and garnish with green onions.