Steak Bites Loaded Baked Potatoes (Print Format)

Tender steak bites, loaded baked potatoes, bacon, cheese, and zesty chipotle mayo for a bold, satisfying plate.

# Ingredients:

→ Steak Bites

01 - 1 lb ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

→ Loaded Potatoes

06 - 4 medium golden potatoes
07 - 6 strips thick-cut bacon
08 - ½ cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons butter
10 - 3 green onions, sliced

→ Chipotle Mayo

11 - 1 cup mayonnaise (or ½ cup mayo + ½ cup sour cream)
12 - 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
13 - 1-2 teaspoons adobo sauce from can
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
15 - 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
16 - Salt to taste

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Scrub and pierce the golden potatoes. Bake for 45-60 minutes or until tender.
02 - In a large skillet, cook thick-cut bacon slices until crispy. Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon fat and crumble the cooked bacon once cooled.
03 - Blend mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, and minced garlic until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
04 - Season ribeye steak cubes with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Let the seasoned steak rest for 10 minutes.
05 - In the reserved bacon fat, sear the steak bites over high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized.
06 - Cut an X into each baked potato and fluff the interior using a fork. Add butter and season with salt if needed.
07 - Top the baked potatoes with steak bites, crumbled bacon, shredded Colby Jack cheese, chipotle mayo, and sliced green onions.

# Tips:

01 - Choose well-marbled steak cuts for best flavor and tenderness.
02 - Pierce potatoes thoroughly to prevent bursting during baking.
03 - Cook the steak to an internal temperature of 130°F for medium-rare doneness.
04 - Chipotle mayo can be made up to 1 week ahead and stored in the refrigerator.