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Baked potatoes with chopped green onions on a white plate, next to a fork and a blue patterned napkin, are perfect for those who wonder how long to cook a baked potato in the microwave. Enjoy this simple yet satisfying meal in just minutes.
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Baked Potato in the Microwave Recipe

How long to cook a potato in the microwave to get it tender and fluffy inside. The fastest way to cook a baked potato at home.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Entree, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked potato, microwave, russet potatoes, sweet potatoes
Servings: 4
Author: Justine

Equipment

  • 1 microwave
  • 4 paper towels
  • 1 fork or knife

Ingredients

  • 1-4 large potatoes washed
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper when finished

Instructions

  • Wash and scrub the outer skins. Prick the outsides several times with a fork or knife to to allow steam to escape while cooking, sprinkle skins with salt. Wrap each one inside 1-2 wet papers rolled up all the way around to keep it moist.
  • Microwave the on high power for about 7-8 minutes for a medium potato. If you have a larger one, you may need to increase the cooking time by a few minutes. Turn over halfway, so 3-4 minutes per side usually does the trick
  • Check insides for doneness by inserting a fork or knife into the center. If it slides in and out easily, the center is cooked.If the middle is not fully cooked to tender, return it to the plate to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

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Nutrition

Serving: 2oz | Calories: 62kcal | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 582mg | Potassium: 0.2mg | Calcium: 0.4mg | Iron: 0.04mg