Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Poblano peppers are a delightful way to elevate your meals. With their mild heat and smoky flavor, they shine in various dishes. This recipe features stuffed poblano peppers filled with a savory blend of ground meat, cheese, and spices, all topped with a luscious tomato sauce. Perfect for gatherings or family dinners, these peppers not only satisfy your taste buds but also bring warmth and joy to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 poblano peppers
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the poblano peppers lengthwise and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add ground meat; cook until browned. Stir in cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix in half of the cheeses until melted.
- Stuff each pepper half generously with the filling. Place on a baking sheet.
- Mix canned tomatoes with seasoning; pour over stuffed peppers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed poblano pepper (210g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg