Beef Stuffed Potatoes Recipe

Craving comfort food? These Beef Stuffed Potatoes offer a delicious twist on shepherd's pie, with all the warmth and flavor, but made incredibly easy with microwave-baked potatoes! Perfectly seasoned ground beef and creamy mashed potato filling, baked to golden perfection. This recipe is easily doubled or halved, freezes beautifully, and is perfect for meal prepping (OAMC). Prep time excludes initial potato baking.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 588.2 kcal

Protein 70g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Stuffed Potatoes

1 pound ground beef
4 large russet potatoes
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil

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How to Make Beef Stuffed Potatoes

Microwave 4 large russet potatoes (pierced several times) on high for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until soft.
Let potatoes cool slightly, then slice in half lengthwise.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef and 1/2 cup chopped onion; cook, breaking up beef, until browned. Drain excess fat.
Season beef with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Scoop out potato flesh, leaving about 1/4-inch border. Mash potato flesh with 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
Stir mashed potatoes into the cooked beef. Add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and adjust seasonings to taste.
Spoon beef mixture back into the potato skins.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, or until heated through and lightly browned.
Top with 1 tablespoon butter, extra shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

83g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Beef Stuffed Potatoes?

Beef Stuffed Potatoes takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Beef Stuffed Potatoes?

Beef Stuffed Potatoes has approximately 588.2 calories per serving, with about 70 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 53 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Beef Stuffed Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Beef Stuffed Potatoes are Ground Beef, Baking Potatoes, Cheddar Cheese, Milk, Mayonnaise, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.