Ranch Style Potato Skins Recipe

Crispy baked potato skins loaded with a creamy homemade ranch dressing and sweet roasted tomatoes. A healthier, more flavorful twist on classic potato chips! This recipe is inspired by Rachael Ray's delicious creations.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 92 mins
Calories 317.5 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ranch Style Potato Skins

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How to Make Ranch Style Potato Skins

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Scrub 4 medium russet potatoes clean and pierce each several times with a fork.
  3. Place potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss to coat.
  4. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until potatoes are tender (depending on size).
  5. While potatoes bake, prepare the tomatoes: toss 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper on a separate baking sheet.
  6. Roast tomatoes in the oven for the last 15 minutes of the potato baking time, or until blistered.
  7. Meanwhile, whisk together 1/2 cup buttermilk, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
  8. Once potatoes are cool enough to handle, carefully cut them in half lengthwise.
  9. Scoop out the potato flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch thick layer on the skin. Be careful not to pierce the skin.
  10. Add the scooped potato flesh to the ranch dressing and mash lightly to combine.
  11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Spoon the potato mixture back into the potato skins.
  13. Sprinkle generously with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  14. Bake for 1-2 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  15. Top with roasted tomatoes and serve immediately with your favorite side salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

31g

Carbs

14g