Description
These Stuffed Poblano Peppers are a flavorful, hearty dish made with smoky roasted poblanos filled with a savory mixture of rice, ground meat, beans, and spices. Baked with melted cheese on top, this easy stuffed poblano peppers recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large poblano peppers
1 cup cooked rice
1/2 pound ground beef or turkey
1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup corn kernels
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Roast the poblano peppers under a broiler or over an open flame until the skins are charred. Transfer to a covered bowl and let them steam for a few minutes, then peel off the skins.
- Carefully make a slit in each pepper and remove the seeds.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in cooked rice, black beans, corn, tomato sauce, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stuff each poblano pepper with the prepared filling and place them in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Roasting and peeling the peppers improves texture and flavor.Use ground turkey for a lighter option or keep it vegetarian with extra beans or quinoa.Add jalapeños or chili flakes for extra heat.Top with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or avocado for added freshness.You can prepare the peppers ahead of time and bake when ready to serve.
