Chili Style Baked Potatoes (Printable)

Fluffy baked potatoes with a spicy bean and tomato chili topping, warm and satisfying.

# Ingredient List:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed

→ Chili Topping

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 can (14 oz) chopped tomatoes
11 - 1 can (14 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
12 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
14 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
15 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Toppings (optional)

16 - 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (60 g)
17 - 4 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt
18 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
19 - Fresh cilantro, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Prick potatoes with a fork, rub with salt, and place directly on the oven rack. Bake 50 to 60 minutes until tender.
02 - Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper for 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and oregano; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if desired. Simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning.
05 - Slice open baked potatoes and fluff the insides. Spoon chili generously over each potato.
06 - Garnish with desired toppings and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Great source of fiber and protein
  • Easy to customize and perfect for meal prep
02 -
  • Recipe is vegetarian and easily made vegan using plant-based toppings
  • Potatoes and chili can be prepared in advance and reheated for convenient weekday meals
03 -
  • For extra vegetables, add corn, zucchini, or carrots to your chili mix
  • If pressed for time, microwave potatoes instead of baking to cut down cook time
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