Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of stuffed poblano peppers, a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. Roasted to perfection, these peppers are generously filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, black beans, and spices, then topped with gooey cheese. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this recipe promises to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium poblano peppers
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- Sauté onion and garlic in a skillet over medium heat until translucent.
- Add ground beef or turkey; cook until browned. Mix in rice, black beans, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Halve the poblano peppers lengthwise; remove seeds. Stuff each half with the filling mixture. Top with shredded cheese.
- Place stuffed peppers in the baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed poblano pepper (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg