Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites and Parmesan Cream Sauce Recipe
This Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites recipe combines crispy, fluffy baked potatoes with tender, flavorful steak pieces and a rich Parmesan cream sauce, making for a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean and patted dry
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons sea salt for baked potato skins
Steak and Seasonings
- 2 lbs steak (NY strip, ribeye, sirloin, or tenderloin)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons cajun seasonings (low sodium)
- 4 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
- 1/2 – 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Parmesan Cream Sauce
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2/3 cup parmesan, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- 2 wedges lemon, juice of
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper to prepare for baking the potatoes.
- Bake Potatoes: Rub each potato all over with olive oil and sprinkle generously with sea salt. Place them on the prepared baking pan and bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare Steak: While potatoes bake, cut the steak into bite-sized pieces. Season the steak pieces with the cajun seasonings and kosher salt. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add half of the avocado oil. Add the steak bites and cook until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness, about 3-5 minutes. Remove steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Parmesan Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining avocado oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and freshly cracked pepper. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Adjust seasoning as desired.
- Assemble Loaded Potatoes: Once baked potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Stuff each potato with the cooked steak bites, then generously drizzle the Parmesan cream sauce over the top. Garnish with additional parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a smokier flavor, consider grilling the steak instead of pan-searing.
- Adjust the cajun seasoning to your preferred level of spiciness to suit your taste.
- Feel free to customize the toppings by adding extra herbs, cheese, or even sour cream for extra richness.
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