This delicious vegan mushroom chilli paired with jacket potatoes is a fantastic, healthy dinner that the whole family can enjoy.
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We love jacket potatoes. They’re a real crowd pleaser and as a family with multiple dietary requirements (vegan, vegetarian, omnivore), we find they’re easy to adapt to everyone’s tastes.
I usually serve my meals family style - meaning that I put everything in the centre of the table. The kids can then help themselves to the bits they fancy.
This jacket potato and chilli meal is perfect for serving family style.
A big hearty mushroom chilli, perfect jacket potatoes served with corn, guacamole and salad - delicious.
Why eat more jacket potatoes?
Jacket potatoes are:
- naturally low in saturated fat, salt and sugars
- low-cost and versatile
- a source of fibre if you eat the skins – which also eliminates food waste
How to cook a jacket potato
We love to cook our jacket potatoes on the barbecue. In fact I don’t think we’ve ever had a barbecue without wrapping up some potatoes and sticking them in the coals. Prefer to oven cook your jacket potato?
How to BBQ a jacket potato
- Cut a cross in the top of the potatoes with a sharp knife.
2. Lightly brush the potatoes with a little olive oil.
3. Wrap in foil.
4. Either: Place in the coals of the barbecue and very carefully check them after 30 minutes. Turn them over if they’re not done or starting to burn on one side.
5. Or place them straight on the grill. They’ll take longer this way - check them after about 45 minutes - but they still turn out perfectly, plus it’s easier to unwrap the foil to check whether they’re done or not.
We prefer to cook them in the coals. They cook quicker, the skin gets crispier and it leaves more space on the grill for the rest of your barbecued treats.
To make your jacket potatoes in the oven
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan)/220°C/gas mark 7.
- Cut a cross on the top of the potato.
- For a crispier jacket potato, brush with a little olive oil (optional).
- Place directly on the oven shelf or on a lightly greased baking tray.
- Bake in the oven for around 1 hour until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
- NB: The cooking time will vary depending on the size of your potato.
What to serve with jacket potatoes
Jacket potatoes are an excellent meal that the whole family can enjoy. From babies and toddlers to teens and adults, everyone can enjoy this versatile meal.
One of my favourite things about making jacket potatoes is how they’re easily adapted to different family members’ tastes. And a meal with no complaints always keeps me happy!
Here are some of my favourite things to serve with jacket potatoes:
- homemade baked beans
- grated cheese (dairy free for the vegan members of my family)
- veggie chilli
- ratatouille
- grilled corn
- hummus
- a big side salad
Which potatoes are best for baking?
There are several good British varieties of potato for making jacket potatoes.
Look out for Yukon Gold, Maris Piper, King Edward, Shetland Black, Highland Burgundy, Rooster, Arran Victory, Violetta or Mayan Gold for perfect jacket potatoes.
What ingredients do you need for this mushroom chilli recipe?
For full recipe, ingredients and quantities go to the printable recipe card at the end of this post.
- Baking potatoes
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Garlic
- Chilli flakes
- Ground cumin
- Ground cinnamon
- Dried oregano
- Tomato purée
- Red pepper
- Mushrooms
- Soya mince
- Kidney beans
- Tinned plum tomatoes
- Salt and pepper
Can you make this mushroom chilli in advance?
Yes. Chilli is the perfect dish to make in advance as the flavours improve if left overnight. Once cooked, allow to cool completely then transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to three days.
When ready to serve, reheat in a saucepan or in the microwave until piping hot.
Is it freezable?
Yes. Once it’s cooled completely, transfer to a freezer box or bag, leaving a little space at the top for it to expand while freezing. Be sure to label your container with the recipe name and date.
Chill is safe to freeze for 3-6 months. When ready to eat, defrost in the fridge overnight and then reheat until piping hot.
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If you like this you might also like this jacket potato soup or this butternut squash chilli.
How to make jacket potato with veggie chilli
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Jacket potato with veggie chilli
Ingredients
For the jacket potato
- 4 large potatoes or 1 per person
- 1 tablespoon olive oil optional
For the mushroom chilli
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon dried chilli flakes optional
- 2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon tomato puree
- 1 red pepper diced
- 200 g mushrooms chopped
- 500 g pack soya mince
- 400 g tin of kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 400 g tinned plum tomatoes 1 standard tin
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- handful fresh coriander optional
To serve
- Grilled corn on the cob
- Guacamole
- Sour cream or vegan alternative
- Grated cheese or vegan alternative
- Salad
Instructions
To make your jacket potatoes in the oven
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- Cut a cross on the top of the potato.
- For a crispier jacket potato, brush with a little olive oil (optional)
- Bake in the oven for around 1 hour until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
To barbecue your jacket potatoes
- Light your barbecue.
- Cut a cross on the top of the potato.
- For a crispier jacket potato, brush with a little olive oil (optional).
- Wrap tightly in foil.
- When the barbecue is hot, either place the potatoes directly in the coals or put them on the grill.
- They will cook a bit quicker in the coals versus the grill. Cooking time depends on the size of the potatoes but check them at 30 minutes in the coals, 45 minutes on the grill. Test them for doneness with a squeeze or seeing whether a skewer goes in smoothly. (Watch out! They will be hot)
To make the vegan mushroom chilli
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan with a lid.
- Add your diced onion, stir, reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid.
- Cook for 10-15 minutes until soft, stirring occasionally.
- Add your cloves of chopped garlic, stir, and cook for one or two minutes until softening.
- Add a teaspoon of dried chilli flakes (if using) along with 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and a teaspoon of dried oregano. Stir well and continue cooking for a minute. Stir in a tablespoon of tomato puree.
- Add your chopped red peppers and mushrooms, stir well, cover with a lid and cook for 15-20 minutes until soft.
- Next add the soya mince and cook for a further ten minutes.
- Stir in the tin of plum tomatoes.
- Turn the heat up and stir while breaking up the tomatoes with the back of your spoon. Stir well then add a little cold water if needed to loosen the sauce (you may like to rinse the tomatoes out of the tin with the water - I add around 100ml)
- Add the kidney beans, warm through then season to taste with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to a simmer until your potatoes are ready.
To serve
- Remove your jacket potatoes from the oven or barbecue.
- Allow to cool slightly, then use your hands to press down on either side of the cross to open the potato. Take care as it will be very hot.
- Spoon over your chilli and serve with your favourite sides, e.g. guacamole, grated cheese or vegan cheese, sour cream and/or corn. Add chopped coriander to the top if desired.
Nutrition
If you like this you might also like this recipe for Hasselback potatoes.
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Georgina
Jacket potatoes are one of my favourite no fuss, easy dinners. This mushroom chilli sounds so good, packed with flavour.
Mandy Mazliah
Me too - the chilli really does go well with them too
Sarah Christie
This looks so good, I do love jacket potatoes they are so underrate and you cant beat them with chilli!
Mandy Mazliah
Totally agree - it's a brilliant combo isn't it
Michelle
This looks amazing! Such an awesome recipe can't wait to try!
Mandy Mazliah
Hope you enjoy it!
Lucy / SupergoldenBakes
Looks so tasty! Can't beat a warm jacket potato
Mandy Mazliah
Totally agree! Thanks Lucy
the Curious Pixie
Being a veggie this is right up my street. Great comfort food.
Mandy Mazliah
Thanks so much, hope you enjoy it
Wendy
This looks completely delicious! I love potatoes cooked on the BBQ
Mandy Mazliah
They're so good aren't they
michelle twin mum
I absolutely adore jacket potatoes, I'd eat them every day if the rest fo the family wouldn't moan. I like the idea of having corn on the cob on the side too. Mich x
Mandy Mazliah
Me too - they're definitely one of my favourites
Marysa
I have never heard of this before. This sounds like a unique recipe and something different to try for dinner.
Mandy Mazliah
Hope you enjoy it if you try it Marysa
Pam
I'm trying to eat less meat so this is a very timely blog post. Also, I haven't had a jacket potato in a while. It's about time! Now I'm off the check out your recipe for homemade baked beans
Mandy Mazliah
Hope you enjoy it Pam! They're both great recipes.
JayAguirre
What a fantastic recipe. This looks so good and I like that it combines a few different tastes. Looks like a great all around complete meal!
Mandy Mazliah
Thanks Jay - our family certainly enjoyed it!
Yeah Lifestyle
I love nutritious meals like this but which is simple to make for the whole family. Will be trying our your version the next time I make jacket potato
Mandy Mazliah
Hope you enjoy!
Anosa
I am a sucker for jacket potatoes and have tried the mushroom chili topping it's incredible.
Mandy Mazliah
So good isn't it
Rhian
You can't beat a good old jacket potato, that's really made me want one for tea now. I've never been a massive fan of chilli but I'd take the mushrooms anyday x
Mandy Mazliah
That's the beauty of jacket potatoes - they're so versatile and there's a topping to please everyone
Catherine
Such a comforting dish and a fun idea for the a healthier weeknight meal. I love stuffed potatoes and always love finding new ideas. Delish!
Mandy Mazliah
Thanks Catherine - it's so perfect for a weeknight meal as you can cook the chilli in advance or even double up and freeze some for the future.
Melissa
This looks really good and unique. My family is getting tired of the same old thing, we may have to give this a shot.
Mandy Mazliah
It's so easy to get stuck into a rut with meals isn't it? I hope you enjoy this.
Samantha
These look and sound amazing, I have not had jacket potatoes in ages and no idea why. I will have to get some in now and try this recipe out
Mandy Mazliah
It's such a great family meal - hope you enjoy it with the mushroom chilli
Melanie
Ooo I am veggie so this is perfect for me, as I love a good baked potato too yum, yum x
Mandy Mazliah
Hope you love it Melanie!
Heather
This looks and sounds delicious! I can't wait to make this for our family!
Serena
I have never cooked a potato like this on the bbq. Going to have to give it a try once the weather gets a bit better.
Mandy Mazliah
Hope you enjoy it Serena
Claire
I honestly think Jacket potatoes are one of lives little treasures! I love them, in fac it is what I am having for dinner.
Chilli is also my all time favourite dish, I always make mine veggie as well and usually make bulk make. I love it x
Mandy Mazliah
It's such a great recipe for making in bulk isn't it
Hannah
These look so delicious! Dreaming of BBQ weather again to give them a go outdoors but will have to settle for oven at the moment.
Mandy Mazliah
Thanks Hannah! I know, it needs to stop raining and then the BBQ will come out again.