Turkey Chilli Jacket Potatoes Recipe
Introduction
This turkey chilli jacket potatoes recipe combines hearty baked potatoes with a flavorful, spiced turkey mince chilli. It’s a comforting and healthy meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 300g turkey mince
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp soft light brown sugar
- 350ml passata
- Reduced-fat Red Leicester, grated, to serve
- 4 spring onions, chopped, to serve
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6. Use a fork to prick the potatoes all over, rub them with a little olive oil, then place them on a baking tray and bake for 45 minutes until tender when pierced with a skewer.
- Step 2: While the potatoes bake, heat the remaining olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, crushed garlic, and a pinch of seasoning, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 3: Add the turkey mince to the pan, season again, then increase the heat. Break up the mince with the back of a spoon and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, cider vinegar, soft light brown sugar, and passata. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and reduced.
- Step 5: Remove the potatoes from the oven. Cut a cross into the top of each one and gently squeeze the sides to open them up. Spoon the turkey chilli generously into each jacket potato.
- Step 6: Sprinkle the stuffed potatoes with grated reduced-fat Red Leicester and chopped spring onions. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Tips & Variations
- Use sweet potatoes instead of baking potatoes for a slightly sweeter flavor and extra nutrients.
- For added heat, include a chopped chili or a pinch of chili powder when cooking the turkey.
- Swap turkey mince for lean beef mince if preferred.
- Top with a dollop of natural yogurt or sour cream for creaminess and balance.
Storage
Store any leftover turkey chilli and baked potatoes separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat the chilli gently on the stove or microwave until piping hot before stuffing the potatoes. You can also freeze the turkey chilli for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I prepare the chilli in advance?
Yes, you can make the turkey chilli ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. It often tastes even better after the flavors have had time to develop.
What can I use instead of passata?
If you don’t have passata, canned crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce can be used as a substitute, though the consistency might vary slightly. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Turkey Chilli Jacket Potatoes Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
This hearty and flavorful Turkey Chilli Jacket Potatoes recipe combines tender baked potatoes with a spicy turkey mince chili topping. Infused with smoked paprika, cumin, and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar and cider vinegar, it’s a satisfying and balanced meal perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 4 large baking potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil (divided)
Turkey Chilli
- 1 tbsp olive oil (remaining from above)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 300g turkey mince
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp soft light brown sugar
- 350ml passata
Toppings
- Reduced-fat Red Leicester cheese, grated, to serve
- 4 spring onions, chopped, to serve
Instructions
- Prepare and bake the potatoes: Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan, gas mark 6). Using a fork, prick the potatoes all over to allow steam to escape. Rub them lightly with some of the olive oil. Place them directly on the oven rack or a baking tray and bake for 45 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a knife.
- Cook the turkey chilli: While the potatoes bake, heat the remaining olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, crushed garlic, and a pinch of seasoning, then cook for about 5 minutes until the onion softens. Add the turkey mince, season again with salt and pepper, and increase the heat. Break up the mince using the back of a spoon, cooking until the meat is no longer pink and cooked through.
- Simmer the chilli sauce: Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, cider vinegar, and brown sugar into the cooked turkey. Pour in the passata and reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Let the chilli bubble gently for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and reduces to your desired consistency.
- Assemble the jacket potatoes: Remove the potatoes from the oven and cut a cross on top of each one. Spoon generous amounts of the turkey chilli mixture into the openings of each potato. Sprinkle grated reduced-fat Red Leicester cheese over the filled potatoes, and garnish with chopped spring onions for a fresh finish.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey mince with lean ground chicken or beef according to preference.
- For extra heat, add a pinch of chili powder or chopped fresh chili to the turkey mixture.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, replace turkey mince with cooked lentils or textured vegetable protein.
- Ensure the potatoes are fully cooked and soft to hold the chilli filling well.
- Serving with a side salad or steamed vegetables adds freshness and extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: turkey chilli, jacket potatoes, baked potatoes, healthy dinner, one pot meal, British cuisine, low fat turkey chili
