Double Stuffed Bacon Jacket

Anything double stuffed is gonna be good. No questions asked.

There’s just something about a jacket potato (especially a doubled stuffed bacon jacket) that screams comfort. Fluffy on the inside, crispy on the outside – they’re a British classic for good reason. But when you double stuff that potato with smoky bacon, gooey melted cheese, spring onions and creamy sour cream? Now we’re talking next-level comfort food. This bacon-stuffed jacket potato recipe is hearty, satisfying, and guaranteed to win over whoever you’re cooking for.

I first made this recipe during my Jacket Potato Week series back in 2021, and it instantly became a fan favourite. The combination of crispy potato skins, smoky bacon, and a creamy, cheesy filling ticks all the boxes – and the best bit? You can adapt it with whatever you’ve got lurking in the fridge. Got leftover roast chicken? Toss it in. A handful of spinach that’s on its last legs? Wilt it into the mix. Want it fiery? Add a pinch of chilli flakes or a dash of hot sauce. It’s a truly versatile dish, so don’t let food go to waste, whack it on this bad boy!

The pub classic is making a comeback

Bacon stuffed jackets are what you wanna find in a pub, so if you want to go all-in on that vibe, serve them with buffalo chicken wings, coleslaw, and a crisp mixed salad. They also make a brilliant way to use up leftover cheese from a cheeseboard – cheddar, Red Leicester, even blue cheese can work if you’re feeling bold. The hot, bubbling cheese topping is the true show-stopper here, so don’t skimp – pile it high and let it melt into the filling. No point holding back if you’ve got cheese to spare.

If you’re planning ahead, you can bake the potatoes in advance and stuff them later, making this a perfect prep-ahead recipe for parties, casual gatherings, or cosy nights in. They reheat beautifully in the oven, so you can even make a double batch and have them ready for a quick lunch the next day.

More recipe ideas?

For more jacket inspo, why not up your stuffing game and take on my triple baked stuffed potato skins, or for something super cheesy, you’ll love these cheese stuffed babies.

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