Corned Beef Stuffed Baked Potatoes — Savory Comfort Meal

Deliciously tender Corned Beef Stuffed Potatoes are a smart and tasty way to use leftover corned beef. Mini red potatoes are filled with diced or shredded corned beef, topped with melted sharp cheddar and a sprinkle of chives for color and mild onion flavor. They’re quick to assemble and work well as appetizers, snacks, or a casual meal.

mini potatoes stuffed with corned beef and cheese

Why You’ll Love These Corned Beef Stuffed Potatoes

These stuffed potatoes are simple, satisfying, and versatile. They make excellent use of leftover corned beef, and with just a handful of ingredients you can transform yesterday’s dinner into a new, crowd-pleasing dish.

  • Easy to make: Four main ingredients and minimal prep—perfect for quick entertaining or a no-fuss snack.
  • Transforms leftovers: Turn leftover corned beef into a fresh, flavorful bite instead of reheating the same meal.
  • Versatile: Serve as appetizers, pair with fries or a salad for a light dinner, or enjoy as a savory snack.
mini potatoes stuffed with corned beef and cheese

Ingredients You’ll Need

If you don’t have leftover corned beef, any deli can slice some for you—then dice or shred it to fill the potatoes.

  • Cooked corned beef: Leftovers diced or shredded, or deli corned beef cut to your preferred texture.
  • Baby red potatoes: Small red or yellow potatoes work well; microwave steam-in-bag varieties speed up prep.
  • Cheddar cheese: Sharp cheddar adds great flavor; use your favorite cheddar if you prefer.
  • Chives: Optional, for a pop of color and light onion flavor. Salt and pepper to taste.
ingredients for making stuffed potatoes with corned beef and cheese

How To Make

This is a straightforward leftover recipe with minimal steps. Prep a bit, assemble, and bake until the cheese is bubbly.

cooked red potatoes with flesh scooped out
Scoop out some potato flesh, leaving a rim to hold the filling.
potatoes stuffed with diced corned beef
Fill with diced or shredded corned beef.
  • Cook the potatoes: Microwave steam-bag potatoes per package directions, or boil or bake small potatoes until fork-tender.
  • Slice and scoop: Let potatoes cool enough to handle, slice lengthwise, and remove a bit of the center to make space for the filling. Arrange on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
potatoes stuffed with corned beef and cheese
Top with shredded cheddar cheese before baking.
potato halves stuffed with cheese and corned beef
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 8–10 minutes to melt the cheese.
  • Fill and bake: Spoon diced or shredded corned beef into each potato half, top with shredded cheddar, and bake at 400°F until the cheese melts and everything is warmed through. Garnish with chopped chives and serve.

What If I Don’t Have Leftover Corned Beef?

Buy corned beef from the deli—about 3/4 pound is a good amount for this recipe. Ask for slices thick enough to dice, or thinner slices you can chop or shred, depending on the texture you prefer for the filling.

mini red potato stuffed with corned beef and cheddar cheese

Variations

These little potatoes are a great canvas for other proteins and flavors. Try these ideas:

  • Ground beef: Cooked and seasoned, topped with American or cheddar cheese; add pickles for a cheeseburger vibe.
  • Italian sausage: Cooked and crumbled with oregano and garlic, topped with mozzarella and a spoonful of marinara.
  • Shredded chicken: Toss with barbecue, teriyaki, or buffalo sauce and top with your favorite cheese.
mini red potatoes stuffed with corned beef and cheese topped with sour cream

How Long Does Leftover Corned Beef Last In The Fridge?

Leftover cooked corned beef should be used within 3–4 days. Turning it into a new dish like these stuffed potatoes doesn’t extend the safe refrigeration time. If you make the potatoes on day two of the corned beef, finish them within a couple more days to stay within that window.

potato halves stuffed with corned beef and cheese

Recipe Card

mini potatoes stuffed with corned beef and cheese

Corned Beef Stuffed Potatoes

  • Author: Dan
  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Mini red potatoes filled with corned beef and melted cheddar make an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

  • 2 (24 oz) bags small red potatoes (microwave-in-bag) or equivalent cooked small potatoes
  • 3/4 pound cooked corned beef, diced or shredded
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup chopped chives (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cook the potatoes according to package directions, or boil/bake until fork-tender. Let cool until you can handle them.
  3. Slice each potato lengthwise and scoop out a small portion of the flesh to form a cavity for the filling. Place potato halves on a parchment-lined baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Fill each potato half with diced or shredded corned beef and top with shredded cheddar. Bake 8–10 minutes until cheese melts and the potatoes are warmed through.
  5. Garnish with chopped chives and serve warm.
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American