Microwave Baked Potato
Microwave baked potato is the ultimate time-saving side dish! With just one potato, a microwave, and five minutes, you can enjoy a perfectly tender baked potato without the long oven wait. This recipe is quick, foolproof, and ready for all your favorite toppings.
Servings: 1
Calories: 164kcal
Equipment
- Fork for pricking the potato
- Microwave-safe plate to hold the potato in the microwave
- Paper Towel for wrapping the potato
- Microwave
Ingredients
- 1 potato medium, large, or extra-large
Instructions
- Wash and dry the potato under cold running water using a paper towel.
- Prick the potato once with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Wrap the potato in a paper towel and place it on a microwave-safe plate.
- Microwave on High for 4 minutes (medium), 5 minutes (large), or 6 minutes (extra-large).
- Let the potato sit in the microwave for 1 minute after cooking.
- Carefully remove the potato from the microwave and unwrap it.
- Cut it in half, add toppings, and serve warm.
Notes
- Always prick the potato to avoid any microwave mishaps.
- Adjust cooking times based on the size of the potato and the wattage of your microwave.
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 897mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg