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Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins

Published: Oct 20, 2017 · Modified: Sep 4, 2021 by Bowl Me Over · 26 Comments

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Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins

Sofritas are sautéed peppers, onions and garlic. Combined with crushed tofu and the soft fluffy flesh of baked potatoes and stuffed into potato skins, ummm can you say YUM? Sofritas stuffed potato skins are a spicy, savory, meaty tailgating treat that will be a big hit! Whether you're watching the game at home or having a parking lot picnic before the game, this is a tasty bite everyone will love!

Sofritas recipe

Sofritas are sautéed peppers, onions and garlic. I added crushed tofu with soft fluffy baked potatoes.

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Tailgating Snacks Month!

October is officially Tailgating Snacks Month!

If you're looking for inspiration just use the hashtag #TailgatingSnacks - you'll see GREAT ideas for super easy game day grub!

So this year I'm sharing an amazing Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins Recipe! The sofritas are stuffed inside a potato skin, but you can also enjoy the sofritas in a bowl, inside a burrito, taco - you name it Sofritas are a spicy, tasty dream!

Here's a close up of the Sofritas, they have amazing flavor - big spice but not too hot. Stuffed inside potato skins super yummy for tailgating food or tossed on a salad your everyday dinner. These are simple to prepare.

Have you tried sofritas before?

Have you tried sofritas at Chipotle?

October is Tailgating Snacks Month 2017

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Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins

Sautéed peppers, onions and garlic. Combined with crushed tofu and soft fluffy baked potatoes then stuffed into potato skins, ummm can you say YUM? Sofritas stuffed potato skins are a spicy, savory, meaty tailgating treat that will be a big hit! Whether you're watching the game at home or having a parking lot picnic before the game, this is a tasty bite everyone will love!
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Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course: Appetizers, Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine: TexMex
Servings: 6
Calories: 261kcal
Author: Deb Clark
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb tofu firm
  • ½ bell pepper red
  • ½ bell pepper yellow
  • ½ onion sweet yellow onion
  • 6 russet potatoes baked
  • Spice Mix
  • 2 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 ½ tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 chipotle chili
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Clean the Russet Potatoes well. Rub with a touch of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pierce the skin several times. Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven 35-40 minutes until tender. Allow to cool.
  • Remove the tofu from the package and drain well on a paper towel. When well drained dice into a half inch dice. 
  • Slice the onion in half and peel off the skin. Roughly chop. Add to the food processor.
  • Slice the bell peppers in half, remove the seeds. Roughly chop half of each and add them to the food processor.
  • Peel the garlic, roughly chop - add it to the food processor along with the chipotle chili. Pulse and process, scraping down the sides until everything is finely chopped. 
  • Add one tablespoon olive oil to skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for about five minutes. 
  • Add in the tofu, spices, tomato paste and water. Bring to a boil and simmer stirring often.
  • Slice the potatoes in half, scoop the insides of the soft fluffy potatoes directly into the sofritas and continue to simmer - about 15 minutes longer. Stir it often to combine all the flavors.
  • Serve potatoes skins heaped with all of your favorite toppings - avocado, cheese, green and red onions, olives, chopped cilantro - tons of options, all are delicious!

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 294mg | Potassium: 1192mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1105IU | Vitamin C: 39.8mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4.5mg
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What to make for the party? Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins are a spicy, savory, meaty tailgating treat. Sautéed peppers, onions, garlic, tofu with soft fluffy baked potatoes!

Sofritas Chipotle Potato Skins are a spicy, savory, meaty tailgating treat. Sautéed peppers, onions, garlic, tofu with soft fluffy baked potatoes!

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Comments

  1. Sandi

    October 30, 2017 at 4:03 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my gosh, a whole party plan. I always need help when it comes to making a bunch of yummy appetizers for game day.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 31, 2017 at 8:17 am

      Gotta love that, right? So easy and yummy for a party - love that!

      Reply
  2. Deanna

    October 30, 2017 at 7:29 am

    5 stars
    Mmmm this sounds AMAZING!!!!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 30, 2017 at 1:22 pm

      Thanks Deanna - we just love them and hope you do too!!!

      Reply
  3. healingtomat

    October 29, 2017 at 2:30 pm

    5 stars
    I have a huge love for sofritos! You added tofu and that made it even better! We have game day gatherings coming up soon and I am making this!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 30, 2017 at 7:12 am

      Wonderful! Can't wait to hear what you think - gotta love these tater skins!!!

      Reply
  4. Michaela Kenkel

    October 29, 2017 at 8:44 am

    5 stars
    I ADORE potato skins!! I'd just make a meal out of these!!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 30, 2017 at 7:10 am

      Yum, yum, yum! Perfect meal - enjoy Michaela!!

      Reply
  5. Lori Vachon

    October 27, 2017 at 11:15 am

    What a delicious way to enjoy game day!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2017 at 4:47 am

      Thank you Lori!

      Reply
  6. Justine

    October 27, 2017 at 2:50 am

    These look fantastic!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2017 at 4:48 am

      Thank you Justine!

      Reply
  7. Madi

    October 26, 2017 at 4:25 pm

    These look so amazing! I love potato skins!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2017 at 4:48 am

      Super yummy Madi, I hope you give them a try!!

      Reply
  8. Jennifer A Stewart

    October 26, 2017 at 9:04 am

    5 stars
    I love sofrita and I am sad to admit that I used to buy the jarred stuff but now I make it at home. I use it for everything! Maybe that's why I always buy way too many bell peppers:)

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2017 at 4:49 am

      So much better than jarred - you’re going to love these Jennifer, thank you!!

      Reply
  9. Julie

    October 25, 2017 at 8:14 pm

    5 stars
    I love everything about these skins! I'd have mine so heaping full that one would be a whole meal!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2017 at 4:50 am

      That’s exactly what we did Julie! And we feasted for a couple of days - these are super delish!!

      Reply
  10. Debi at Life Currents

    October 25, 2017 at 2:58 pm

    5 stars
    What a fun tailgating snack! I love everything about this! I also love that you shared a vegetarian healthy recipe for this month, as I often eat too much cheese! LOL Thanks so much for joining in the fun!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2017 at 4:51 am

      This is one of my favorite group projects every year Debi and you do such a great job organizing it. I’m so happy you’ll enjoy this recipe!

      Reply
  11. Candi

    October 25, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    5 stars
    These look awesome! I'm so excited to try something new and festive for our watch parties!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2017 at 4:53 am

      Perfect!! Enjoy Candi and thank you!!

      Reply
  12. Angela

    October 25, 2017 at 10:47 am

    GO PACK GO!! Its going to be a long season without Rogers! But hey, now I have these awesome potato skins to ease the pain! Great recipe!! Packed with incredible flavor!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 28, 2017 at 4:57 am

      UGH ain’t that the true Angela, but hey, Hundley is getting some great experience right? I’m trying to find the good in the bad. Thanks so much at least I have so many delicious tailgating snacks now to help me forget!! 😀

      Reply
  13. Liza

    October 22, 2017 at 12:09 am

    5 stars
    Oh, Yummmm!!! These are so delicious! You post the best recipes ever! 🙂 🙂 🙂

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      October 22, 2017 at 11:25 am

      You are so kind, thank you, thank you!! 😀

      Reply

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