Description
Flavorful stuffed poblano peppers filled with a savory mixture of rice, beans, vegetables, and cheese, then baked to perfection.
Ingredients
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- 4 large poblano peppers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roast the poblano peppers over an open flame or under a broiler until skins are charred. Place in a covered bowl or plastic bag to steam for 10 minutes, then peel off the skins.
- Carefully slice each pepper down one side and remove seeds and membranes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, black beans, corn, sautéed onion and garlic, cheese, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each poblano pepper with the rice mixture and place in a baking dish.
- Spoon salsa over the stuffed peppers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add chopped jalapeños to the filling.
- Use quinoa instead of rice for a protein boost.
- You can top with extra cheese before baking for a gooey finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 20mg