For a wholesome weeknight dinner, perfect for the cold winter evenings, look no further than these baked potatoes with homemade chili sauce and melted cheese.

They are made by scoring and filling tender baked potatoes with homemade hot dog chili sauce and topping them with shredded cheese, before baking them again in the oven.

Top with sour cream and chopped green onion. and enjoy in good company. If you have leftover chili, you could also make these chili cheese dogs.

close up of baked potato with chili and melted cheese in front of 5 other potatoes blurred out in the background on a white plate

What You’ll Need

To make these baked potatoes with chili, you’ll need the following ingredients:

overhead view of creme fraiche, chili, shredded cheese, potatoes, and green onions on a chopping board for the baked potato recipe

Potatoes (Russett, Maris Piper, or King Edward) – 6 medium-small potatoes
Chili dog sauce (homemade) – about half of this recipe. Use the other half for these chili cheese dogs.
Cheddar cheese – 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Salt – 1/2 tsp salt
Oil – 1 tbsp oil
Sour cream or creme fraiche – optional, to taste
Green onions (optional) – optional, to taste

How to Make Them (With Photos)

top down view of 6 oven-baked potatoes in a white bowl against a dark wooden table background

Step 1. Scrub and clean the potatoes well. Pat them dry with a towel and poke holes in them with a fork or knife. Season them with salt, and brush them with olive oil.

Option 1: Bake them. Bake them in a preheated oven at 410°F (210°C/190°C fan) until they’re tender, about 45+ minutes.

Option 2: Air fry them – you can use this recipe for air-fryer baked potatoes. Air fry them at 390°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes. Then flip them over and continue cooking them until they’re tender (about 20 minutes more for the size pictured here).

To test if the potatoes are ready, use a fork or knife to pierce the potatoes. If they pierce easily and feel tender, then they’re ready.

Step 2. Put the potatoes on a baking sheet (with parchment paper for easier cleanup). Slice open the potatoes both lengthwise and crosswise, pushing slightly on the potatoes to fluff up the insides. Top with chili dog sauce and then with shredded cheese.

top down view of six potatoes scored and filled with chili on a baking tray

Step 3. Put the chili cheese potatoes in the preheated oven at 390°F (190°C/170°C fan). Bake until the cheese is melted, about 7 minutes.

overhead view of 6 baked potatoes, filled with chili, and topped with shredded cheese before being put in the oven

Step 4. Serve them as they are or topped with sour cream or creme fraiche and sliced green onions.

top down view of 6 baked potatoes with homedmade chili and melted cheese displayed on a white plate against a dark wooden background

This is winter comfort food at its most wholesome! The potato is earthy and fluffy, while the chili brings richness and spice, combined with the creamy texture of the melted cheese.

close up view of a baked potato with chili and melted cheese, topped with a dollop of sour cream and chopped green onion on a white plate against a black background

You can make these baked potatoes for many different occasions. For more hearty potato dishes, also try these stuffed twice-baked potatoes, or these air-fryer baked potatoes with a wonderful crispy-yet-fluffy texture.

We’ve also got a great list of baked potato toppings to give you inspiration and some new ideas for weeknight dinners.

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