Chili Cheese Potato Bake

When I scoop into this chili cheese potato bake, it feels like comfort food at its best. The potatoes are tender and soak up all the flavor from the chili, tomatoes, and spices. Once the cheese melts over the top, every bite becomes creamy, smoky, and hearty. I love the contrast between the spicy jalapenos, the cool sour cream, and the cheesy potatoes. It comes out of the oven bubbling hot with toasted edges and pockets of melted cheddar. It is one of those dishes that makes the whole kitchen smell warm and inviting, and every scoop feels like a cozy hug.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

You will love this recipe because it transforms simple ingredients into something bold and satisfying. The potatoes make it hearty, the chili brings spice and richness, and the melted cheese ties everything together. It is quick to prepare, family friendly, and perfect for feeding a crowd or reheating for leftovers.

Chili Cheese Potato Bake

This chili cheese potato bake combines tender boiled potatoes with hearty chili, tomatoes, and spices, all topped with a layer of melted cheddar cheese. It is comforting, flavorful, and perfect for a quick dinner or potluck side.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course my dish

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

• 4 large russet potatoes peeled and diced
• 2 cups chili canned or homemade
• 2 tablespoon chili seasoning
• 1 can diced tomatoes 15 ounces
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Green onions chopped for garnish
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, 190 degrees Celsius.
• Place the diced potatoes in a pot and cover them with water. Boil for about 15 minutes until they are fork tender. Drain and set aside.
• In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, diced tomatoes, chili, chili seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
• Grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with olive oil. Pour the potato chili mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly.
• Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the mixture.
• Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden around the edges.
• Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Add sour cream on top if you like, and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve warm and enjoy.

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Recipe Tips

For deeper flavor, season the potatoes right after boiling with a pinch of salt and pepper before mixing them with the chili mixture. This helps the potatoes stay flavorful throughout the bake.

Keyword casserole recipes, chili cheese potato baked casserole, chili cheese potatoes

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