Description
Crispy Chili Loaded Potato Skins are a delightful combination of crunchy texture and savory flavors. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch from the perfectly baked potato skins, complemented by the rich, spicy chili and melted cheese that create a mouthwatering experience.
Ingredients
- Potatoes: 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, for brushing
- Chili: 1 cup cooked chili (beef or vegetarian)
- Cheese: 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour Cream: ½ cup, for topping
- Green Onions: ¼ cup, chopped, for garnish
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, for seasoning
- Pepper: ½ teaspoon, for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prick the potatoes with a fork and bake them for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Once baked, let the potatoes cool slightly, then cut them in half lengthwise.
- Scoop out the insides, leaving about ¼ inch of potato on the skin.
- Brush the potato skins with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake the skins in the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes until they are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and fill each skin with a generous amount of chili.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and return to the oven for 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, topped with sour cream and chopped green onions.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the potato skins a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator before baking.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use any type of cheese you prefer, or substitute chili with pulled pork or shredded chicken for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 potato skins
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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