Breakfast Stuffed Poblano Peppers

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 7
Breakfast Stuffed Poblano Peppers filled with egg, mushroom, tomato and topped with cheese for a satisfying breakfast meal
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 poblano pepper - stemmed , pepper slit down 1 side , and seeds removed
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons milk
1 small tomato , diced
1 baby bella mushroom , chopped
1 green onion , finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon butter , or as needed
1/4 cup shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
1
Calories
299
Sugar
6g
Fat
21g
Breakfast Stuffed Poblano Peppers is a hearty and satisfying breakfast meal that can be effortlessly prepared within 30 minutes. This dish is the definition of variety, with a medley of vegetables and eggs stuffed inside a poblano pepper, adding a unique twist to eating eggs and vegetables for breakfast. The meal is perfect for those in a hurry as a whole meal is well contained within a single poblano pepper, making it easy to eat on-the-go, while enjoying a nutritious and tasty breakfast.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushroom, green onion, cilantro, and tomato; cook and stir until the vegetables are tender and flavors blend.
3.Beat eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl.
4.Melt butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add egg mixture; cook and stir until set but still moist, about 5 minutes.
5.Spoon the egg mixture into the prepared poblano pepper. Top with the cooked mushroom mixture and Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese.
6.Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly and pepper is heated through, about 10 minutes.

PROS

This breakfast meal is nutritious and filling with the high protein content of eggs and the fiber content of vegetables mitigating appetite control.

It is low in calories and grease, making it a healthy option.

CONS

The dish may not be suitable for individuals with an allergy to any of the ingredients used.

The meal may not be as filling for those with a larger appetite.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This breakfast dish contains all the antioxidant goodness derived from vegetables while being an excellent source of protein from the eggs.
It plays a key role in weight management and supports healthy metabolism.
And is a rich source of vitamins, nutrients, and minerals, including vitamin D, magnesium, and calcium; all of which are essential for bone health.

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