Best 5 Chimichurri Twice Baked Potatoes Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Argentina with our twice-baked potatoes smothered in a vibrant chimichurri sauce. These delectable treats are a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring fluffy potato interiors, a crispy golden crust, and a zesty, herbaceous topping. Prepared with simple yet flavorful ingredients, these potatoes are a versatile side dish that complements grilled meats, poultry, or fish.

Our recipe collection offers a delightful variety of twice-baked potato creations, each with its own unique twist. From the classic chimichurri twice-baked potatoes, bursting with the freshness of parsley, cilantro, and oregano, to the indulgent bacon and cheese twice-baked potatoes, loaded with gooey melted cheese and crispy bacon bits, we have something to satisfy every palate. For those seeking a vegetarian option, the roasted red pepper and goat cheese twice-baked potatoes offer a delightful combination of smoky roasted peppers and creamy goat cheese.

With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, our recipes ensure that even novice cooks can create these culinary masterpieces. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply craving a comforting meal, our twice-baked potatoes are sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to Argentina with our irresistible twice-baked potato recipes.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY SMASHED POTATOES WITH CHIMICHURRI DRESSING



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds mini Yukon Gold potatoes, about golf ball-size
1/4 cup salt
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more as needed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chimichurri, recipe follows
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
1/4 bunch parsley, finely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Add the potatoes and 1/4 cup salt to a large stockpot fitted with a strainer filled with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Using the strainer, remove the potatoes from the water and set aside to drain.
  • Add 1/4 cup oil to a baking sheet and coat generously. Gently dump or transfer the potatoes to the baking sheet using tongs. Smash the potatoes with a potato masher until the tops crack open. Drizzle with oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Transfer the potatoes to a platter. Top with chimichurri as desired.
  • Add the garlic, cilantro and parsley to a medium bowl and stir to combine. Add enough oil for the desired consistency. Season with salt. Set aside.

ULTIMATE TWICE BAKED POTATOES



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I made these up years ago and have been making them ever since. They are always a big hit. These potatoes make a wonderful side dish for any meal and are terrific heated up the next day for lunch.

Provided by PONYGIRL64

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Twice Baked Potato Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large baking potatoes
8 slices bacon
1 cup sour cream
½ cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
8 green onions, sliced, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake potatoes in preheated oven for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • When potatoes are done allow them to cool for 10 minutes. Slice potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop the flesh into a large bowl; save skins. To the potato flesh add sour cream, milk, butter, salt, pepper, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/2 the green onions. Mix with a hand mixer until well blended and creamy. Spoon the mixture into the potato skins. Top each with remaining cheese, green onions and bacon.
  • Bake for another 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 537.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

CHIMICHURRI ROASTED POTATOES



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These potatoes are a great side dish all year round. They stand up to grilled and roasted meats very well. Sometimes I add a chopped cherry pepper to the chimichurri to add a little heat and color.

Provided by JennCrippen

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Roasted Potato Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ bunch Italian parsley, chopped
½ bunch fresh basil, chopped
4 medium garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 420 degrees F (215 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place cubed potatoes in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for at least 5 minutes.
  • Drain water from potatoes and pat potatoes dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Return potatoes to the bowl and add 2 tablespoons olive oil and generous pinches of salt and pepper. Transfer potatoes to the prepared baking sheet and spread them out evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned on the bottom and edges, about 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the chimichurri by combining parsley, basil, garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, vinegar, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir together and let sit while potatoes finish baking.
  • Remove potatoes from the oven and transfer to a large serving bowl. Add chimichurri to hot potatoes and mix until covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 58.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

TWICE-BAKED POTATOES



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At its simplest, a twice-baked potato is creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes cradled in crisp, salty skin. That's the recipe you see here: comforting, satisfying and pretty much ideal. But if you dream of other flavor combinations, like bacon, scallions and sour cream; blue cheese and chives; or cauliflower and Parmesan, just follow the recipe below and stir in any additions (reserving some for garnish) after the dairy in Step 3. Shower the top with more grated cheese if you like, then bake, garnish and dig in.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, weekday, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed and softened
4 large russet potatoes
2 tablespoons canola or other neutral oil
Kosher salt
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)
Black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped chives (optional)

Steps:

  • Position racks in the top and middle of the oven, and heat oven to 400 degrees. Take the butter out of the refrigerator to soften. Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry. Poke holes all over them with a fork. In a large bowl, toss them with the oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Place the potatoes directly on the top rack, and place a baking sheet or a piece of foil on the middle rack to catch drips. Bake for about 1 hour, until the skin is crisp and potatoes offer no resistance when a knife is inserted in their centers. Remove from the oven and let sit until cool enough to handle.
  • Slice the top third lengthwise off the potatoes. Use a spoon to scoop out the flesh, leaving 1/4-inch border of potato on the skin, and transfer the flesh to a medium bowl. Scrape the potato tops of all flesh, and add the flesh to the bowl. Place the bottoms on a parchment-lined baking sheet. (Snack on the tops - chef's treat - or discard.)
  • Mash the potato flesh with a fork or potato masher. Add the butter, and stir until smooth (try not to overwork). Add the milk, sour cream and cheese and stir to combine. (If you want the filling softer, add more milk.) Season generously with salt and pepper. Stir in the chives, if using.
  • Mound each potato skin with a quarter of the filling. Bake the potatoes until warmed through, about 10 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 590, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 1081 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 1 gram

TWICE-BAKED POTATOES



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Try this recipe for Ree Drummond's classic Twice-Baked Potatoes from Food Network.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 to 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 baking potatoes, washed
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 sticks salted butter
1 cup bacon bits (fry your own!)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup Cheddar or Jack cheese (or a mix of both), plus more for topping
1 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
3 green onions, sliced
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the potatoes on a baking sheet. Rub them with the canola oil and bake for 1 hour, making sure they're sufficiently cooked through.
  • Slice the butter into pats. Place in a large mixing bowl and add the bacon bits and sour cream. Remove the potatoes from the oven. Lower the heat to 350 degrees F.
  • With a sharp knife, cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scrape out the insides into the mixing bowl, being careful not to tear the shell. Leave a small rim of potato intact for support. Lay the hollowed out potato shells on a baking sheet.
  • Smash the potatoes into the butter, bacon and sour cream. Add the cheese, milk, seasoned salt, green onions and black pepper to taste and mix together well. (IMPORTANT: If you plan to freeze the twice-baked potatoes, do NOT add the green onions.)
  • Fill the potato shells with the filling. I like to fill the shells so they look abundant and heaping. Top each potato with a little more grated cheese and pop 'em in the oven until the potato is warmed through, 15 to 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality potatoes for the best results. Look for potatoes that are firm and smooth, with no blemishes or sprouts.
  • Prick the potatoes all over with a fork before baking. This will help the potatoes cook evenly.
  • Bake the potatoes until they are tender when pierced with a fork. This will usually take about an hour.
  • Let the potatoes cool slightly before scooping out the flesh. This will make it easier to handle the potatoes and prevent them from breaking.
  • Mash the potato flesh until it is smooth and creamy. You can use a potato masher, a fork, or a hand mixer.
  • Add your desired mix-ins to the mashed potatoes. Some popular options include butter, milk, cheese, sour cream, and chives.
  • Season the potatoes to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Transfer the potato mixture to the potato skins. You can use a spoon or a piping bag to do this.
  • Bake the potatoes again until they are heated through and the tops are golden brown. This will usually take about 15 minutes.
  • Serve the potatoes immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cheese.

Conclusion:

Chimichurri twice-baked potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the chimichurri sauce adds a flavorful kick. These potatoes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to prepare potatoes, give this recipe a try!

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