Follow these steps for perfect results
russet potatoes
scrubbed
olive oil
light cream cheese
gluten free ranch dressing
hot sauce
shredded sharp cheddar cheese
shredded
chicken breast white chunk
drained
chives
for garnish
Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly, then dry them.
Pierce the potatoes all over with a fork.
Bake potatoes on a wire rack for 60-70 minutes, or until a fork easily slides into the flesh.
Remove from oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes.
Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise.
Gently scoop out the potato flesh, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato near the skin.
Brush the insides and skins of the potatoes with olive oil.
Place the potato skins cut-side down on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
Flip the skins over (skin-side down) and bake for another 5 minutes.
Remove from oven and decrease the temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
While the potatoes are baking, mix the light cream cheese, gluten-free ranch dressing, hot sauce, and shredded sharp cheddar cheese together in a bowl.
Gently fold in the drained chicken breast.
Fill each potato skin with the buffalo chicken mixture.
Top each skin with a sprinkling of the reserved shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
Bake the potato skins once more for about 25 minutes.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
For extra crispy skins, broil for the last few minutes of baking.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your desired spice level.
Top with blue cheese crumbles for an extra layer of flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Arrange potato skins on a platter, garnished with fresh chives.
Serve with extra ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing.
Serve as a party appetizer or snack.
Cuts through the richness.
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