Description

Hearty Steak Bites served on loaded baked russet potatoes make for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Tender sirloin steak pieces are seasoned and pan-seared to perfection, then piled atop fluffy baked potatoes loaded with cheddar cheese, sour cream, bacon, and green onions.

Ingredients

Steak Bites

1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste

Baked Potatoes

4 large russet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt, for seasoning the potatoes
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon butter (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt to season the skin.
Bake Potatoes: Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 45-60 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Cook Steak Bites: While the potatoes bake, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak pieces with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the steak to the hot skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked to desired doneness.
Prepare Loaded Potatoes: Once the potatoes are baked, carefully slice them open lengthwise. Fluff the inside of each potato with a fork. Add 1 tablespoon butter inside each potato if desired, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese to melt.
Assemble and Serve: Remove the melted cheese potatoes from the oven, then top each with cooked steak bites. Garnish with sour cream, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions. Serve immediately for a hearty and delicious meal.

Notes

Use medium to large russet potatoes for fluffy interiors.
Adjust steak cooking time depending on preferred doneness.
Butter is optional but adds extra richness to the potatoes.
Leftover steak bites and potatoes can be refrigerated and reheated.
For a smokier flavor, use smoked paprika or add a dash of cayenne pepper.