Become the MVP of your gameday party with these insanely easy-to-make football potato skins. This simple party appetizer is a definite crowd pleaser and only takes minutes to make. Top with sour cream and you are ready to serve a game-day favorite.
Football Potato Skins recipe
I love to entertain and host parties in our new home. The reality is that it takes a lot of time and money to throw brag-worthy parties. Or at least that is what I thought until I realized party planning doesn’t have to be that way. That’s where frozen foods come to save the day!
- Yield: 8 servings
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Active time: Varies (1 minute – 15 mins depending on heating method)
- Total: Varies (6-25 mins)
For example, you can transform frozen potato skins into an adorable football snack that doesn’t compromise on taste either. They are quick to make and easy to serve thanks to the convenience of heating up a frozen appetizer. This recipe is also easy on the wallet, which is always a plus in my book!
Get ready for the big game with delicious game day food. Ready in minutes, this easy frozen appetizer is perfect for football season tailgating, an after-school snack, or a last-minute dinner idea! Get your family involved in transforming the potato skins into football masterpieces!
What ingredients do you need to make football potato skins?
This potato skin recipe is different than making them from scratch.
- Any frozen potato skins but I prefer Farm Rich Loaded Potato Skins
- Sour cream (1 cup)
- Optional: Add black olives and green onions to the top.
How to make football potato skins
Depending on how much time you have, there are several ways to heat the loaded potato skins. The best part is that there is little prep for this recipe. Farm Rich has already done the work for you with this frozen snack.
How to cook frozen potato skins in a conventional oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Arrange Loaded Potato Skins in a single layer on a baking tray and place them on the middle rack of the oven.
- Bake half box for 14-16 minutes or full box for 16-18 minutes.
Heating frozen potato skins in a toaster oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Arrange Loaded Potato Skins in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake 1-2 servings (2-4 pieces) for 13-15 minutes.
Heating frozen potato skins in a microwave
- Arrange Loaded Potato Skins in the center of a microwave-safe plate.
- Microwave 1 serving (2 pieces) on HIGH for 1 minute.
How to cook frozen potato skins in an air fryer
- Air fryer potato skins are delicious. Place the skins in the air fryer basket
- Air fry them at 370 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-6 minutes.
- Remove and enjoy!
After the potato skins are heated it’s time to decorate them to look like little footballs. Using sour cream, draw lines that mimic a football. I scooped a few spoonfuls of sour cream into a plastic bag and then cut a tiny hole into the corner. Twist the bag and decorate using your hand as shown in the photo below.
It’s that easy! Serve potato skins at room temperature. Enjoy! Get ready for that delicious first bite of crunchy goodness.
Considerations
- Add green onions to the top of the crispy potato skins.
- Want to make homemade potato skins? Skip the frozen food option and follow this homemade loaded potato skins recipe. All you need is olive oil, cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and russet potatoes.
Reheating and storage
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in a refrigerator. Reheat in microwave for 15-30 seconds or preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place the pre-baked skins on a lined baking sheet. Bake until heated approximately 10 minutes.
Is it okay to eat potato skins?
Yes, according to Foods Guy, it’s perfectly fine and healthy to eat potato skins. They are full of fiber and essential nutrients.
More Game Day Recipes
If you like this party appetizer you will love the variety of frozen appetizers that are perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or you can try any of our game-time recipes:
- Pepperoni Pizza Cups – a perfect finger food recipe to eat while you are cheering on your favorite team.
- Chili Cheese Dip – this recipe is one of my favorite Texas chili recipes!
- Oreo Basketball Lollipops – a game-day dessert that everyone loves.
- Air Fryer Sausage Balls – Make it minutes.
- Buffalo Chicken Dip – my favorite appetizer recipe!
Easy Football Potato Skins
Become the MVP of your gameday party with these insanely easy-to-make football potato skins. This simple party appetizer is a definite crowd pleaser and only takes minutes to make. Top with sour cream and you are ready to serve a game-day favorite.
Ingredients
- Any frozen potato skins but I prefer Farm Rich Loaded Potato Skins
- Sour cream (1 cup)
- Optional: Add black olives and green onions to the top.
Instructions
- Heat potato skins according to the package of the frozen goods. Choose a heating method whether it be microwave, oven, toaster oven, or air fryer.
- Using sour cream, draw lines that mimic a football. Tip: Scoop a few spoonfuls of sour cream into a plastic bag and then cut a tiny hole into the corner. Twist the bag and decorate using your hand
