Chili Boats Recipe

Name: Chili Boats
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large baking potatoes; 1 lb ground turkey; 1 tablespoon cooking oil (use Canola Balance, it's healthy); garlic powder (I use a whole gang of it!); 1 medium onion, finely chopped; ¼ cup tomato paste; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons oregano; ¼ cup light soy sauce, mixed with 3/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons butter substitute (I use Smart Balance. Terrific taste and healthy. What more could one ask?); 1 teaspoon chili powder (to mix in the potatoes); chopped parsley (to garnish)

Servings: persons

2 large baking potatoes
1 lb ground turkey
1 tablespoon cooking oil (use Canola Balance, it's healthy)
garlic powder (I use a whole gang of it!)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
¼ cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons oregano
¼ cup light soy sauce, mixed with 3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter substitute (I use Smart Balance. Terrific taste and healthy. What more could one ask?)
1 teaspoon chili powder (to mix in the potatoes)
chopped parsley (to garnish)

1
Bake taters at 350F about 1 hour 15 minutes or until just softening.
2
Don't overcook.
3
You can do this with the microwave if you prefer.
4
Slice off the tops and scoop out most of the flesh of the potato, leaving about 1/4 inch shell.
5
Cook garlic powder and onion in oil until onion wilts.
6
Add turkey and cook until brown and loose.
7
Add tomato paste and cook until brown.
8
Add the two tsp chili powder and soy mixture.
9
Stir well, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
10
Add oregano.
11
Whip the scooped out potato with the single tsp chili powder, butter, and black pepper to taste.
12
Spoon turkey and chili mixture into hollow potatoes and top with the mashed potatoes.
13
Put the assembled boats in the 350F oven to heat through.
14
If desired, place the boats under the broiler until browned.
15
Plate up and garnish with chopped parsley.

340

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large baking potatoes, 1 lb ground turkey, 1 tablespoon cooking oil (use Canola Balance, it's healthy), garlic powder (I use a whole gang of it!), and more.

Yes, Chili Boats falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chili Boats

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Variations & substitutions

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