Shannon’s Lower Fat Chile Relleno

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 2

Shannon's Lower Fat Chile Relleno: A Healthier Take on a Classic Mexican Dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

389

Sugar

Fat

12g

Chile relleno is a classic Mexican dish that typically consists of whole, battered and deep-fried peppers stuffed with cheese or meat. Shannon's Lower Fat Chile Relleno offers a healthier take on the beloved dish, using roasted green chiles and chicken breast as a low-fat alternative. The result is a warm and flavorful stuffed chicken roll that's both satisfying and nutritious. Enjoy Shannon's Lower Fat Chile Relleno with brown rice and a simple salad for a complete and well-balanced meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2.	Butterfly chicken breasts and flatten slightly with a meat mallet.
3.	Roast green chile peppers over an open flame or under the broiler until charred on all sides.
4.	Remove skin and seeds from peppers and cut into 4 strips.
5.	On each flattened chicken breast, place 1 slice of cheese and 4 strips of roasted pepper.
6.	Roll chicken tight and secure with toothpicks.
7.	In a bowl, whisk together egg white and water.
8.	On a plate, spread cornmeal.
9.	Dip chicken roll-ups in egg white mixture and then roll in cornmeal.
10.	Place chicken roll-ups on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.

PROS

This version of chile relleno is lower in fat and calories than traditional recipes.

The combination of lean chicken and roasted green chiles makes for a nutrient-dense meal.

CONS

While this recipe is healthier than classic chile relleno recipes, it is still relatively high in calories and sodium.

Additionally, the rolling and baking process can be time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of lean protein thanks to the chicken breast.
The chiles provide a low-calorie way to add flavor and nutrition to the dish, including vitamin C and potassium.
Additionally, the use of low-fat cheese and cornmeal instead of batter or flour cuts down on the fat and calories typically found in chile relleno recipes.

	4 skinless , boneless chicken breasts
	4 fresh green chile peppers
	4 slices lowfat Monterey Jack cheese
	1 egg white
	2 tablespoons water
	1/2 cup cornmeal