Microwave Dutch Oven Potatoes
This microwave Dutch oven potato recipe offers a quick and convenient method to cook potatoes using a microwave instead of a traditional Dutch oven. Ideal for a speedy side dish, this method saves time and energy while still delivering delicious results.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 267kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 6 baking potatoes medium
- 1 onion sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, add bacon. Microwave bacon 3-5 minutes. Stir once or twice during cooking to separate pieces. Bacon should not be crisp but well cooked.
- Peel or scrub potatoes, slice into 1/4 inch slices or 1/2 inch cubes. Slice onion and separate into rings. Layer bacon, onion, and potatoes in a microwave safe baking dish. Salt and pepper each layer to taste.
- Cover. Microwave on high for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender (rotate dish 1/4 turn 3 times during cooking, stir potatoes). Allow potatoes to stand 2-3 minutes before serving. Serves 6.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 157mg | Potassium: 959mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 2mg