Cheat‚Äôs vegetable chilli jackets

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Cheat’s Vegetable Chilli Jackets

Cheat’s Vegetable Chilli Jackets are a quick and delicious way to enjoy a hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe combines the comforting warmth of baked potatoes with a spicy, flavorful vegetable chilli. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Serving Size and Yield

Serves 4

Preparation and Cooking Time

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

4 large baking potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes
1 can (400g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon chilli powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Grated cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Prepare the potatoes by pricking them with a fork. Place them on a baking tray and bake for 40 minutes or until tender.
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
Add the red bell pepper and zucchini to the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, chilli powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper.
Simmer the mixture for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are cooked through and the flavors meld together.
Remove the potatoes from the oven. Cut a cross on the top of each potato and gently squeeze to open.
Spoon the vegetable chilli over the opened potatoes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and grated cheese, if desired. Serve hot.

Additional Notes

For a spicier chilli, add a chopped jalapeño or increase the amount of chilli powder. You can also substitute the kidney beans with black beans or chickpeas for variety.