Couch Potatoes Recipe

Comfort food at its finest! These cheesy potatoes are ready in under 20 minutes in the microwave – the perfect easy side dish for roast chicken, steak, or any protein. Quick, delicious, and surprisingly satisfying!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 185 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Couch Potatoes

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How to Make Couch Potatoes

  1. Preheat your microwave.
  2. Cut 2 large russet potatoes in half lengthwise. Arrange the potato halves, cut-side up, around the edges of a 12x8 inch microwave-safe baking dish.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of water to the bottom of the dish.
  4. Cover the dish with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a lid and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, rotating the dish halfway through, until the potatoes are tender.
  5. While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the cheesy topping (see below).
  6. Once the potatoes are tender, carefully remove the dish from the microwave and drain any excess water.
  7. Spoon the cheesy topping evenly over the cut sides of the potatoes.
  8. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let stand for a minute or two before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

7g

Carbs

11g