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Baked Potatoes in the Oven

The perfect baked potato in the oven has a crispy skin with fluffy inside. Top with butter, sour cream and chives!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 168 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes , scrubbed clean and patted dry
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt

Instructions

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  1. Heat the oven to 400°F. Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven.
  2. Trim any blemishes on the 4 large Russet potatoes with a paring knife.
  3. Pierce the potatoes in a few places a fork. This allows steam to escape from the baking potato. If you are using potatoes nails, skewer them here.
  4. Roll potatoes in 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil and then 1 tablespoon coarse Kosher salt . They don't need to be fully coated, but do the best you can. This step is also optional if you are looking for a healthier or less salty version.
  5. Bake the potatoes directly on the oven rack on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 45-60 minutes, turning them once or twice. Exact cooking time will depend on the size of your potatoes. Pierce them with a sharp knife or fork to determine doneness.
  7. Remove potatoes. Serve and dress immediately.
  8. If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings.

Notes

  • To speed up baking a potato, pierce it and then microwave for 3-4 minutes. Microwaving cooks from the inside out, so this will soften the interior. DO NOT MICROWAVE WITH A POTATO NAIL IN THE POTATO. Next, bake for 25-35 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Calories 168kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 38g (13%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 11mg (0%) Potassium 888mg (25%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 168

% Daily Value*

Calories 168kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 38g 13%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 11mg 0%
Potassium 888mg 19%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.