Buffalo Chicken Twice-Baked Potatoes

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Buffalo Chicken Twice-Baked Potatoes
45 min.
8
220kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your side dish game? Our Buffalo Chicken Twice-Baked Potatoes combine the classic comfort of baked potatoes with the zing of Buffalo chicken, creating a dish that is not only tantalizing but also gluten-free! Perfectly baked russet potatoes serve as the ideal vessel for a creamy and cheesy filling, enriched with the bold flavors of hot sauce and spices.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that serves up to 8 people, making it an excellent addition for family dinners, game-day parties, or potlucks. Each serving is packed with a balanced caloric breakdown, boasting 220 calories of deliciousness. The savory chicken, sautéed to golden perfection and tossed in a zesty sauce, pairs beautifully with the smooth potato filling, while the melted cheddar cheese adds a delightful richness.

The recipe is not just about flavor; it’s also a feast for the eyes! Topped with a dollop of nonfat sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, these twice-baked potatoes are sure to impress. Whether served as a side dish or a hearty main, these Buffalo Chicken Twice-Baked Potatoes are bound to become a favorite in your household. Get your oven ready and prepare to delight your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • 24 ounce russet baking potatoes 
  • pound boned and skinned chicken breasts cut into thin strips
  • 0.3 teaspoon chili powder 
  • teaspoon hot sauce buffalo-style
  • tablespoons hot sauce buffalo-style
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded 2% divided reduced-fat
  • tablespoons butter light
  • 0.5 cup nonfat cream sour
  • servings toppings: nonfat cream sour chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Wrap each potato in a piece of aluminum foil; place potatoes on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake at 425 for 45 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  3. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; carefully scoop out pulp into a large bowl, leaving shells intact. Stir together potato pulp, 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1 teaspoon Buffalo-style hot sauce.
  4. Spoon potato mixture evenly into shells; sprinkle tops evenly with remaining 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese. Return potatoes to baking sheet, and bake at 425 for 5 to 6 minutes or until cheese melts.
  5. Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and chili powder, and cook in hot vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 7 minutes or until chicken is browned, stirring often. Stir in 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 2 tablespoons Buffalo-style hot sauce, and 2 tablespoons light margarine; stir until sauce is blended and chicken is coated. Cook 1 minute; remove skillet from heat.
  6. Spoon chicken mixture evenly over tops of baked potatoes.
  7. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Calories220kcal
Protein32.33%
Fat28.04%
Carbs39.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.84
Glycemic Load
12.09
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.280000082825%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220.12kcal
11.01%
Fat:6.82g
10.49%
Saturated Fat:1.65g
10.33%
Carbohydrates:21.69g
7.23%
Net Carbohydrates:20.55g
7.47%
Sugar:0.79g
0.87%
Cholesterol:41.97mg
13.99%
Sodium:395.09mg
17.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.69g
35.39%
Vitamin B6:0.74mg
36.9%
Vitamin B3:6.84mg
34.22%
Selenium:22.09µg
31.56%
Phosphorus:255.32mg
25.53%
Potassium:629.14mg
17.98%
Vitamin B5:1.09mg
10.91%
Calcium:107.82mg
10.78%
Vitamin C:8.34mg
10.11%
Magnesium:40.27mg
10.07%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.05%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.3%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.4%
Zinc:0.97mg
6.46%
Vitamin A:287.52IU
5.75%
Copper:0.11mg
5.66%
Iron:1.02mg
5.65%
Folate:19.84µg
4.96%
Vitamin K:4.99µg
4.75%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.74%
Fiber:1.14g
4.55%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.66%
Source:My Recipes