Chilli Con Carne Jacket Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our mouthwatering high protein jacket potato topped with chilli con carne. A high protein recipe perfect for recovery after workouts or highly active days. It's a simple jacket potato recipe for beginners! With its generous protein content, this dish not only satisfies your cravings but also fuels your body for hours of sustained energy.
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What You Will Need For A Chilli Con Carne Jacket Potato:
How To Prep And Cook:
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Heat up your oven:
Heat your oven to between 180 degrees & 200 degrees.
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Begin baking your potatoes:
Put the potatoes in the oven, and let them bake for 45 - 55 minutes.
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Prep your veggies:
Slice the pepper, onion, mushrooms and jalapenos into small cubes/slices.
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Fry the minced beef:
After about 30 minutes, fry your mince and high heat until it turns brown. Remember to drain the fatty oils from the pan once this is done.
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Add your veggies:
Add your pre-prepped veggies to the pan with the minced beef and allow them to fry. Fry until the onions turn golden brown.
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Add the chilli sauce:
Empty the jar of chilli sauce into the frying pan. To ensure you get all the sauce, fill the empty jar 1/4 full with water, close the lid and shake. Then pour this into the pan. Turn the pan's heat down to medium heat and allow the sauce to heat up.
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(Optional) Add the extra chilli flakes or powder to your preferred taste:
Start with small sprinkles and stir into the chilli until it reaches your desired spice.
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Take the potatoes out of the oven:
After the 45-55 minutes, take the potatoes out of the oven. Cut a cross into the top of the potatoes and open them up.
As an optional step, you can add butter to the potatoes for some extra flavour -
Add the chilli to the jacket potatoes:
Once your potatoes are ready, scoop the chilli con carne onto the potatoes.
As an optional step, you can top this with as much grated cheese as you'd like -
Add a side of your choice and enjoy!
Serving Size Medium/Large
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 490kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Protein 56.5g113%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.