Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Stuffed poblano peppers are a colorful and flavorful dish that brings the essence of a vibrant fiesta to your table. Bursting with a savory filling of seasoned ground meat, cheese, and aromatic spices, these delightful peppers are perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, they’ll impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for something deliciously unique.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large poblano peppers
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- 1 cup diced sweet onions
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Sauté onions over medium heat until translucent; add minced garlic until golden.
- Stir in ground meat and spices, cooking until browned.
- Mix in rice or quinoa and cheese until well combined.
- Slice poblano peppers lengthwise, remove seeds, and fill with the mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg