High Protein Stuffed Potato
High protein stuffed baked potato food prep recipe! A satisfying combo of BBQ chicken, steamed broccoli and cheese piled high on a baked potato. A delicious diabetes-friendly meal.
Servings: 3
Calories: 310kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz potato skin on
- 2 cups broccoli, steamed
- 9 oz grilled chicken tenders
- 2 tablespoon low sugar BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon diced green onions
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Cook baked potato until tender. Set aside.
- Steam broccoli in microwave. Drain well.
- Slice chicken into thin strips.
- To assemble:
- Place potato in oven safe skillet and slice in half, then slice crosswise several times to form small chunks. Spread potato chunks evenly around skillet.
- Top potato with broccoli, then chicken strips, then drizzle with bbq sauce. Sprinkle cheese on top.
- Place potato under broiler to melt cheese.
- Top with green onions and sour cream. Divide into 3 portions and serve.
Notes
Expert tips for making High Protein Stuffed Potato
- Be sure to use the correct measurement of potato in this recipe to keep carbs at the proper level. Divide finished potato recipe into 3 servings.
- Purchase a bag of frozen microwaveable broccoli for less prep time.
- Keep the skin on the baked potato to add extra fiber.
- Choose your favorite variety of cheese- or use a mix of cheese.
- BBQ sauce can be a hidden source of carbs, so be sure to use a lower carb product.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 317mg | Potassium: 906mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 772IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 1mg
