Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes

These Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes start with tender baked Yukon golds that are smashed and layered with roasted broccoli, crispy bacon, and a creamy cheddar cheese sauce, then baked again until hot and bubbly. They’re perfect as a cozy side dish or hearty enough to serve as a main when topped with your favorite protein.

Keyword Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 1 10

Servings Servings

Calories 492kcal

Author Bon Appeteach

Ingredients

For the Baked Potatoes

8 Yukon Gold Potatoes
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Kosher Salt
2 tbsp Melted Butter reserved for after the baking process

Cheddar Cheese Sauce

3 tbsp Butter
3 tbsp Flour
8 oz block Cheddar Cheese freshly grated works best
1/2 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1/2 tsp Paprika

Assembly

2 cups Broccoli
8 slices Bacon
1 cup Cheddar Cheese grated
Sour Cream optional garnish

Instructions

Prep and Bake the Potatoes

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Toss the Yukon gold potatoes with olive oil and kosher salt until evenly coated.
Arrange the potatoes snugly in a shallow oven-safe dish or skillet.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and golden on the outside.

Prep the Broccoli and the Bacon

During the last 15–20 minutes of potato baking, roast the broccoli and cook the bacon if not already prepared.

Make the Cheddar Cheese Sauce

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
Slowly whisk in the milk and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking until thickened.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time until smooth.

Assemble the Potatoes

Remove the baked potatoes from the oven. Cut an X into each one with a small knife, then use a fork or spatula to smash each one down to form a layer of smashed potatoes at the bottom of the baking dish or skillet.
Add the 2 tbsp of butter over the top of the potatoes. Season with additional salt and pepper here if you prefer.
Layer half of the roasted broccoli and bacon over the potatoes.
Spoon the cheese sauce evenly over the top so everything is fully covered.
Add the remaining broccoli and bacon, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Return the dish to the oven and broil for 2–4 minutes (watch closely), or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
Let rest for a few minutes, then garnish with sour cream and green onions before serving.

Notes

Serving as a main dish: To turn these Broccoli Cheddar Baked Potatoes into a full meal, add cooked chicken, steak, ham, or smoked sausage during assembly.
Reheating tips: Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F until warmed through. Avoid microwaving if possible, as it softens the crisp potato edges.

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