Irresistible Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Transform your dinner table with these delectable stuffed poblano peppers, bursting with flavor and a hint of smokiness. This easy-to-make dish combines roasted poblanos filled with a savory ground meat mixture, topped with gooey cheese. Perfect for any occasion, these vibrant peppers are sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large poblano peppers
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place whole poblano peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until charred.
- In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic over medium heat until translucent. Add ground meat and cook until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in cumin and chili powder, mixing well for another 2 minutes.
- Peel the charred skin from the roasted peppers, slice them open lengthwise, and stuff each with the meat mixture. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake stuffed peppers for an additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and golden. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed poblano pepper (180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg