Chili Cheese Potato Skins

Fried potato skins are stuffed with a cheesy beef mixture and mashed potatoes, and seasoned with chili powder.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 241 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup margarine
• salt to taste
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package chili seasoning mix
• 2 cups oil for frying, or as needed
• 1 pound processed cheese food, cubed
• chili powder to taste
• 10 medium baking potatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a microwave, cook potatoes on high heat until soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Turn and rearrange potatoes for even cooking every few minutes.

Step 2

Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet or deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cut potatoes in half lengthwise, and scoop out center of potatoes, leaving about 1/4 inch on the skins. Place scooped out potato in a medium bowl, and mash together with margarine and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

Fry skins in the hot oil, turning occasionally until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Step 4

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place ground beef in a large skillet, and cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown; drain. Mix in chili seasoning and processed cheese. Cook and stir until cheese is melted.

Step 5

Stuff potato skins with the ground beef mixture, and top with mashed potato mixture. Sprinkle the tops with chili powder. Arrange stuffed skins in a single layer on a large baking sheet, and bake in the preheated oven 15 minutes, or until mashed potatoes are lightly browned.