Chili Topped Potatoes Recipe

Experience a taste of Southern comfort with this classic Chili Topped Baked Potatoes recipe! Inspired by a 1983 Southern Living cookbook, this hearty dish features fluffy baked potatoes generously topped with a rich and flavorful homemade chili. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing game day feast.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 283.3 kcal
Protein 29g
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Ingredients for Chili Topped Potatoes

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How to Make Chili Topped Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash potatoes thoroughly and scrub with a vegetable brush. Dry and rub generously with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  3. Prick potatoes several times with a fork. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork and soft inside.
  4. While potatoes are baking, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off excess grease.
  5. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the chili beans (undrained), diced tomatoes (undrained), chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chili has thickened slightly.
  8. Once potatoes are cooked, carefully cut each potato lengthwise and fluff the inside with a fork.
  9. Spoon the chili generously over the fluffy potato halves.
  10. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions.
  11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

17g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chili Topped Potatoes?

Chili Topped Potatoes takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 100 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chili Topped Potatoes?

Chili Topped Potatoes has approximately 283.3 calories per serving, with about 29 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chili Topped Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Chili Topped Potatoes are Baking Potatoes, Vegetable Oil, Ground Beef, Onion, Garlic Clove, Tomato Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.

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