Loaded Baked Potato with Smoked Turkey

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A Loaded Baked Potato with Smoked Turkey is a hearty, American comfort dish featuring a whole baked potato split open and generously filled with diced smoked turkey, melted cheese, sour cream, and often chives or bacon bits. It transforms a simple baked potato into a complete, savory meal. This dish is a popular offering in diners and casual restaurants across the United States.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced but calorie-dense meal, providing substantial carbohydrates from the potato, protein from the turkey and cheese, and a significant amount of fat from the dairy toppings. It is a good source of potassium and vitamin C from the potato, with a rough calorie range of 500-700 kcal per loaded serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	580 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	7 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	950 mg
Potassium	950 mg
Vitamin C	20 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Phosphorus	350 mg
Calcium	300 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg
Selenium	18 mcg

Per 1 loaded potato (approx. 400 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a classic example of American 'comfort food' and diner cuisine, where a simple staple is elevated with abundant toppings. Nutritionally, using smoked turkey instead of traditional bacon or sausage can reduce the saturated fat content while maintaining a smoky, savory flavor profile.