Chili-Topped Baked Potatoes

Chili-Topped Baked Potatoes are a popular Tex-Mex dish that combines the comforting flavors of chili with the hearty goodness of baked potatoes.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Chili-Topped Baked Potatoes

Cooking Method: Baking, Simmering Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 potato Baking Potatoes
• 2 teaspoon Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Bell Pepper
• 1 pound Ground Beef
• 2 tablespoon Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 28 ounce Canned Crushed Tomatoes
• 15 ounce Kidney Beans
• 1 cup Shredded Cheese
• 2 stalk Green Onions
• 4 tablespoon Sour Cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Scrub the potatoes and pierce them with a fork.
3. Rub the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
4. Place the potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
5. While the potatoes are baking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened.
7. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
8. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, crushed tomatoes, and kidney beans.
9. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes.
10. Remove the baked potatoes from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes.
11. Cut a slit in the top of each potato and fluff the insides with a fork.
12. Spoon the chili mixture over the potatoes.
13. Top with shredded cheese, green onions, and sour cream.
14. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 6g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.