Best Easy Microwave Baked Potato
Microwave Baked Potato is an easy side dish that can we whipped up in no time. They are so quick and easy it is amazing. Then you can top with butter and any of your favorite toppings. Trust me, making potatoes in the microwave will have you hooked.
Can you Bake Potatoes in the Microwave?
I know what you’re thinking, microwave baked potato…isn’t baked in the name. So you would think to cook them in the oven. And baked potatoes can totally be cooked in the oven, but the oven is a slow process. I love to cook microwave baked potatoes, especially when I am in a hurry.
Well technically I guess you cannot bake potatoes in the microwave, but I swear these potatoes are just like your favorite baked potatoes, but better. If you like a soft baked potato you will love these.
How do you Bake Potatoes in the Microwave?
To make these easy microwave baked potatoes just wash the potatoes. Next, poke several holes in them with a fork. Then pop them into the microwave.
Should you poke holes in a baked potato before cooking?
Poking holes in the potato will allow the steam to release. Supposedly, this will help the potato steam and cook better. I have made potatoes both ways, and I personally do not notice a difference.
How long does it take to microwave a baked potato?
How long to microwave a baked potato really depends on the shape and size of your potato. Usually 5-7 minutes is enough for a medium potato. If you are unsure poke a fork in the middle to see if it is cooked through.
What Ingredients can you add to Microwave Baked Potatoes Potatoes?
The best ingredients to add the microwave potatoes really depends on your taste. The best part of these potatoes are you can add any flavors and seasoning you like to tailor them to your meal.
The perfect classic microwave baked potatoes have butter and sour cream with a dash of salt and pepper. But here are a few other ingredients that pair perfectly with microwave baked potatoes:
- Shredded Cheese
- Chives
- Ranch Dressing
- Bacon
- Worcestershire Sauce
What dishes go well with Microwave Baked Potatoes?
Baked Potato
Easy Microwave Baked Potato
- 4 Large Potatoes
- 1 Stick Butter
- 1 Tub Sour Cream
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheese
- 1 Packet Real Bacon Bits
- 2 Tsp Salt
- 2 Tsp Pepper
Wash potatoes and poke with a fork several times.
For 1 large potato I usually microwave it around 7 minutes and check to see if it is fork tender. If not done, keeping cooking at 1 minute intervals until tender. For cooking multiple potatoes, time will vary. I recommend 10 minute intervals checking in between to see if they are tender.
Once fork tender, use a knife or fork to cut a slit down the middle and squeeze bottom to open potato up.
Add butter and sour cream, or your favorite potato toppings.
Serve hot and Enjoy!
