Cheesy Bacon Potato Skins are the perfect combo of melted cheese, salty bacon, and crispy baked potatoes. Make your favorite restaurant appetizer right at home and feel free to modify it however you want.
In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crisp; drain on paper towels.
Meanwhile, gently scrub potatoes, but do not peel them. Pierce potatoes all over with fork to allow steam to escape. Place on a microwavable plate, arranging them in a spoke pattern with narrower ends facing the center. Microwave 12 to 14 minutes, turning once, until tender. Cover; let stand 5 minutes.
Preheat oven to 450° F. When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut lengthwise in halves; carefully scoop out inside of potatoes, leaving ¼-inch shells.
In small bowl, add potato flesh and mix in oil, salt, garlic powder, paprika, cheese, and pepper. Place this mixture in the skins.
Place the skins in a baking dish. Bake 8 minutes, then top with parmesan cheese and bacon. Bake 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Top with sour cream and green onions to serve.
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