Best 8 Chili Cheese Potato Skins Recipes

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Are you seeking a delectable appetizer or a scrumptious snack to tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than chili cheese potato skins—a culinary delight that blends crispy potato skins, savory chili, and gooey melted cheese. This classic dish is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for game days, parties, or a cozy night in. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, it's no wonder chili cheese potato skins have become a beloved favorite. So, grab your apron, fire up the oven, and embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for this irresistible treat.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHILI CHEESE STUFFED POTATO SKINS



Chili Cheese Stuffed Potato Skins image

Yields 10 potato skinsCalories do not include suggested toppings

Provided by Patty K-P

Categories     Appetizer

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 russett potatoes, washed and scrubbed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 can (15.5 ounces) chili beans, drained but not rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) canned chili, without beans
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings such as: scallions, sour cream, salsa, avocado

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake the potatoes for 60 to 70 minutes, until tender when pierced with a fork. Maintain the oven temperature and allow the potatoes to cool on the baking sheet for 30 minutes, until warm enough to handle.
  • Halve the potato skins lengthwise. Use a small spoon to scoop out the potato flesh into a medium bowl, leaving about 1/4-inch of flesh attached to the skin.
  • Brush the inside and outside of each potato skin with olive oil. Return to the oven and bake the skins for 20 to 25 minutes, until crispy. While maintaining the oven temperature, allow the skins to cool while preparing the stuffing.
  • Mash the potato flesh with the back of a fork or a potato masher, until few large lumps remain. Gently mix in the chili beans.
  • Spoon the potato and bean mixture into the baked potato skins and top with the chili.
  • Return to the oven for 10 to 15 minutes to warm through. Sprinkle on the cheese and return to the oven just until the cheese has melted.
  • Top with suggested toppings and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

SUPER LOADED CHILI POTATO SKINS



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Potato skins are baked until crisp, then filled with chili and cheese and topped with sour cream and chopped green onions.

Provided by HORMEL CHILI(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     HORMEL Chili

Time 1h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 small (3 to 4 inches) russet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 (15 ounce) can HORMEL® Chili With Beans
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup sour cream
½ cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Scrub potatoes and dry well. Pierce several times with tip of knife; arrange on large baking sheet. Bake 45 minutes or until tender. Cool.
  • Slice each potato in half; scoop out flesh (reserve for mashing or potato pancakes), leaving 1/4-inch shell. Brush inside and outside of each potato half with oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange potato halves on baking sheet. Bake 10 minutes, until crisp and golden brown, turning once.
  • Spoon chili into potato shells; top with cheese. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with sour cream and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 288.2 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

FIVE-WAY CHILI POTATO SKINS



Five-Way Chili Potato Skins image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Toppings: Cincinnati-style chili, kidney beans, chopped onion, shredded cheddar and oyster crackers
  • How to Make Classic Potato Skins:
  • Pierce 4 large russet potatoes with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack at 350 degrees until tender, about 1 hour. Let cool, then quarter lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch shell. Brush both sides with melted butter and season with salt and pepper. Bake, skin-side up, at 450 degrees until crisp, about 15 minutes. Add your favorite team toppings. (For cheesy skins, flip the baked shells over before topping, sprinkle with 1 cup grated cheddar cheese and bake an extra 5 minutes.)

TEXAS CHILI POTATO SKINS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Toppings: Chunky chili, grated longhorn cheddar, chopped onion, sour cream and hot sauce
  • How to Make Classic Potato Skins:
  • Pierce 4 large russet potatoes with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack at 350 degrees until tender, about 1 hour. Let cool, then quarter lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch shell. Brush both sides with melted butter and season with salt and pepper. Bake, skin-side up, at 450 degrees until crisp, about 15 minutes. Add your favorite team toppings. (For cheesy skins, flip the baked shells over before topping, sprinkle with 1 cup grated cheddar cheese and bake an extra 5 minutes.)

CHILI CHEESE 2-FOOT-LONG POTATO SKIN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: russet potatoes, olive oil, onion, garlic, ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, kidney bean, diced tomato, green chile, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro

Provided by Julie Klink

Categories     Sides

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 russet potatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
12 oz kidney bean, 1 can, drained and rinsed
12 oz diced tomato, 2 cans, drained and rinsed
4 oz green chile, 1 can
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
sour cream, to serve
fresh cilantro, chopped, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425˚F (220˚C)
  • On a baking sheet, place the 4 potatoes. Using a fork, puncture holes all around the potatoes. Bake for 1 hour until the potato gives when you press into it.
  • In a pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the onion, and stir until golden.
  • Add the garlic and ground beef, breaking up the meat into the onions and garlic.
  • Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
  • Add the kidney beans, tomatoes, and green chilis, and stir to combine. 7. Simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside
  • Once the potatoes have cooled place one on a cutting board. Cut the potato in half lengthwise. Cut off one of the ends of the potato. Using a spoon, scoop out the insides of the potato making sure not to scoop out too much or the potato skin will be too thin. With the remaining potatoes, cut them in half lengthwise and cut off both of the ends and scoop out the potato.
  • On a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, place both ends. Place three of the skins alongside one potato end and place the other 3 potato skins alongside the other end
  • Brush the potato skins with the rest of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Scoop the chili into the potato skins and packing it down into an even layer. Sprinkle the cheese over the potato skins. Bake for 5 minutes until melted.
  • Top with sour cream and cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 calories, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CHILI CHEESE POTATO SKINS



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Provided by Cathy Trochelman

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large potatoes
1 can (15 oz Hormel Turkey Chili w/Beans)
3 oz. cream cheese (divided)
1 1/2 c. shredded cheese
3 scallions (chopped)

Steps:

  • Wash potatoes and prick with a fork. Bake at 425 degrees for 45 minutes. Let cool.
  • Cut potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the center of each. Leave some potato around the bottom and edges (see photos).
  • Fill each potato skin with 1/2 oz. cream cheese and 1/3 c. chili.
  • Top with 1/4 c shredded cheese and chopped scallions to taste.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes.

CHEESY POTATO SKINS



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These cheesy potato skins are a fave in my house! They are so delicious!

Provided by LauraChristine

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Roasted Potato Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
⅓ cup crumbled cooked bacon
¼ cup sour cream
2 stalks scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prick potatoes several times with a fork and place onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Remove from the oven. Turn on the broiler to the low setting.
  • When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them lengthwise and scoop out flesh to within 1/4 inch of skin. Reserve flesh for another use.
  • Brush inside of potato skins with butter. Add 2 tablespoons cheese to each one, sprinkle with seasoned salt, and top with bacon.
  • Return to the oven and broil until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve with sour cream and scallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 86 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 688.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHILI CHEESE DOG POTATO SKINS



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Put one of our favorite summertime foods on potato skins with these hot dog chili cheese potato skins. Top with sour cream and diced scallions for garnish!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Appetizers & Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 medium baking potatoes, scrubbed & dried
3 Tbsp. canola oil, divided
4 OSCAR MAYER Lean Beef Franks, cooked according to package directions & sliced into rounds
1 can (10 oz.) hot dog chili (or 1 ½ cups of your favorite homemade chili)
3/4 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
diced onion, coleslaw, & HEINZ Yellow Mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Rub the outside of each of the clean and dried potatoes with 1 ½ tbsp. of the canola oil. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender. Allow the potatoes to cool until they can be handled.
  • While the potatoes are cooling, cook the beef franks according to the package directions & then slice into rounds. Heat the chili according to the package directions. Set aside.
  • Cut each potato in half lengthwise, and scoop out the inside of each potato half leaving a sturdy shell for the toppings. Brush the insides and outsides of the potato skins with the remaining 1 ½ tbsp. of canola oil. Place the skins face-down and bake for an additional 5-6 minutes to get the skins nice & crispy.
  • Remove from the oven and then fill each potato skin with 3-4 slices of the beef franks, 1 ½ tbsp. of the heated hot dog chili, and about 1 ½ tbsp. of the shredded cheddar cheese. Return to the oven and bake an additional 3-4 minutes, or just until the cheese is melted & gooey.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite chili cheese dog condiments on the side (onions, mustard, & coleslaw) & allow guests to top their own potato skins with the additional condiments, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the best choice for potato skins because they are large and have a firm texture that can hold up to baking and stuffing.
  • Bake the potatoes thoroughly: The potatoes should be baked until they are soft and fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. This will ensure that they can be easily scooped out and stuffed.
  • Use a variety of toppings: There are many different toppings that you can use for chili cheese potato skins, so get creative and experiment! Some popular toppings include cheese, chili, sour cream, bacon, and green onions.
  • Make sure the chili is flavorful: The chili is one of the most important parts of chili cheese potato skins, so make sure it is flavorful and well-seasoned. You can use your own homemade chili recipe or a store-bought chili.
  • Don't overstuff the potato skins: Be careful not to overstuff the potato skins, or they will be difficult to eat. Fill them just enough so that the toppings are evenly distributed.
  • Serve the potato skins hot: Chili cheese potato skins are best served hot and fresh out of the oven. This will ensure that the cheese is melted and gooey and the potato skins are crispy.

Conclusion:

Chili cheese potato skins are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give chili cheese potato skins a try!

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