Baked Potato Pockets With Chili Recipes

CHILI STUFFED BAKED POTATOES RECIPE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375º F. Adjust oven rack to the center of the oven. Place second oven rack underneath with a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil to catch any drippings.
• Scrub potatoes with a medium bristled brush. Rub with olive oil or butter and sprinkle with sea salt. Pierce the potato with a sharp knife or fork about 3-5 times around the potato to allow steam to escape as cooking. Place directly onto the oven rack placed in the center of the oven.
• As potatoes are cooking, prepare black bean chili according to recipe instructions.
• Test potatoes for doneness by squeezing the center of the potato while using a pot holder to determine if tender or checking the internal temperature of the potato with an instant read thermometer. The potato should register 210º F.
• Remove potatoes from the oven and place on the sheet pan used on the rack underneath or another platter for serving.
• To serve, split open potatoes with a knife and gently squeeze the potato from both ends to open the contents. Using a large spoon, ladle black bean chili into the center of the potato. Top with sour cream, cheese and optional garnish.

CHILI BAKED POTATO

Steps:

• Start by preparing the baked potato. To microwave - poke holes all over the potato with a fork. Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes. Potato is done when it gives slightly when squeezed.
• Wrap the potato in a clean towel and set aside while preparing the chili.
• Place the canned chili into a microwave safe bowl, and microwave on medium for 1-2 minutes, until warmed through.
• Cut open the baked potatoes. Use a fork to mash up the inside of the potato. Pour the chili over the baked potatoes.
• Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the potatoes. Top with the chives/scallions and a large dollop of sour cream.

TEX-MEX BAKED POTATOES WITH CHILI

Steps:

• Wrap the potatoes in aluminium foil and pierce with skewers all over. Bake at 425F for 45 minutes.
• Heat the oil in a pan and add the garlic, onion, and bell pepper. Fry gently for 4-5 minutes until softened.
• Add the ground turkey, and fry until it is browned. Stir in the chopped serrano pepper, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, tomatoes, tomato paste, BBQ sauce, water, and dried herbs. Cover and simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add the black beans and cook for 5 more minutes. Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
• Cut the baked potatoes in half lengthwise and place one half in each serving bowl. Top them with the chili.