Loaded Potato Skins

small to medium sized russet potato (, rinsed clean and pat dry)

cheddar cheese (, shredded)

slice bacon (, cooked and crumbled)

unsalted butter ((half of a stick), melted)

sour cream (, for topping)

chives ((or green onion), chopped, for topping)

salt (, to taste)

freshly ground black pepper (, to taste)