Cheesy Pizza Potato Boats
Transform traditional pizza cravings into a healthier yet equally delicious meal with these Cheesy Pizza Potato Boats! Perfect for lunch or a light dinner, these twice-baked stuffed potatoes are loaded with all your favorite pizza toppings, making them a surefire hit with kids and adults alike. The creamy filling, paired with the savory flavors of pepperoni, vibrant veggies, and gooey mozzarella, creates a satisfying dish that’s more nutritious than its classic counterpart. Surprise your family with this fun twist on pizza – it’s easy to make, customizable, and can be doubled to feed a crowd!
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Servings
215
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Potatoes
4 (Cleaned and pierced with a fork)
Pepperoni
1/2 cup (Sliced and chopped, reserve some for topping)
Fat-Free Sour Cream
1/2 cup (None)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (None)
Pepper
1/4 teaspoon (None)
Pizza Sauce
1/2 cup (None)
Mushrooms
1/2 cup (Sliced)
Green Pepper
1 (Sliced thinly)
Low-Fat Mozzarella
1/2 cup (Shredded)
Parmesan Cheese
2 tablespoons (Grated)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
2
Thoroughly wash the potatoes and pierce several times with a fork to prevent bursting during baking.
3
Arrange the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 45 minutes or until fork-tender.
4
Once baked, remove the potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool at room temperature for 20 minutes.
5
Carefully cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving approximately 1/4-inch thick shell around the skin. Place the scooped potato flesh in a bowl and set the potato shells aside.
6
Chop 1/4 cup of the sliced pepperoni and mix it into the bowl with the potato flesh.
7
In the same bowl, add the fat-free sour cream, salt, and pepper, and mash the mixture until creamy and well combined.
8
Evenly distribute the potato mixture back into the hollowed potato shells and place them on a baking sheet.
9
Top each potato boat with pizza sauce, followed by the sliced mushrooms, thinly sliced green peppers, remaining pepperoni, shredded low-fat mozzarella, and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
10
Return the stuffed potato boats to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the toppings are heated through.
11
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious and healthy pizza stuffed potatoes!
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
8g
Protein
2g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cheesy Pizza Potato Boats?
Cheesy Pizza Potato Boats are twice-baked potatoes stuffed with a creamy filling and topped with classic pizza ingredients like sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella.
How many calories are in each serving?
There are approximately 215 calories per serving in this recipe.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 450°F (230°C).
How long do the potatoes need to bake initially?
The potatoes should be baked for about 45 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
Why should I pierce the potatoes with a fork?
Piercing the potatoes several times prevents them from bursting while they bake in the oven.
How long should I let the potatoes cool before cutting them?
You should allow the potatoes to cool at room temperature for 20 minutes before slicing them.
How thick should the potato shell be after scooping?
Leave approximately a 1/4-inch thick shell of potato flesh around the skin.
What ingredients go into the potato filling?
The filling consists of the scooped potato flesh, 1/4 cup of chopped pepperoni, fat-free sour cream, salt, and pepper.
What toppings are added to the potato boats?
Toppings include pizza sauce, sliced mushrooms, thinly sliced green peppers, remaining pepperoni, low-fat mozzarella, and parmesan cheese.
How long is the second baking period?
The stuffed potato boats should be baked for an additional 15 minutes.
How do I know when the potato boats are finished?
They are ready when the cheese has melted and all the toppings are heated through.
How much fat is in this recipe?
This recipe contains 7.5g of fat per serving.
How much protein does this dish provide?
Each serving provides 8g of protein.
Is there fiber in Cheesy Pizza Potato Boats?
Yes, there are 2g of fiber per serving.
How many potatoes do I need for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 potatoes.
What kind of sour cream is used to keep it healthy?
The recipe specifies using 1/2 cup of fat-free sour cream.
Can I double this recipe?
Yes, the recipe can easily be doubled to feed a larger crowd.
What kind of cheese is recommended for the topping?
The recipe uses a combination of shredded low-fat mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese.
How should the green peppers be prepared?
The green peppers should be thinly sliced before being placed on the potato boats.
How much pizza sauce is needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of pizza sauce for the 4 potatoes.
Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Yes, it is specifically noted as a kid-friendly meal that transforms pizza cravings into a healthier option.
What makes this a 'twice-baked' potato?
It is twice-baked because the potatoes are baked once to cook them, and then baked a second time after being stuffed and topped.
How much salt and pepper should be added?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper.
Can I use different toppings?
Yes, the recipe description mentions that the potato boats are customizable with your favorite pizza toppings.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients required for this recipe.
Is this a good snack or meal?
It is versatile enough to be served as a light dinner, a lunch, or even a snack.
How much pepperoni is used in total?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of sliced pepperoni, part of which is chopped for the filling and the rest used as a topping.
What amount of mushrooms should I prepare?
You should use 1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms.
Are the potatoes baked on a tray or a rack?
The initial bake is done directly on the oven rack, while the second bake is done on a baking sheet.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
While the exact serving size is not specified, the recipe is based on using 4 whole potatoes cut into 8 boat halves.