Spicy Smoky Rice and Corn Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 0
Spicy Smoky Rice and Corn Stuffed Poblano Peppers
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 -7 poblano peppers ( try to get as large of pepper as possible . They are much easier to stuff )
3 cups cooked white rice
1 can green chilies , drained
1 cup frozen corn , thawed ( I love to roast fresh corn , but frozen will work great )
1 1/2 cups monterey jack pepper cheese , 1 cup for the filling , 1/2 cup for the topping ( monterey jack is also fine )
2/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup cilantro , fine chopped
1/2 teaspoon chili powder ( more or less to taste )
1 teaspoon cumin
salt
pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-7
Calories
329
Sugar
5g
Fat
18g
Spicy Smoky Rice and Corn Stuffed Poblano Peppers is a dish with a distinct combination of flavors that will make your taste buds tingle with excitement. The sweetness of the corn, smokiness of the cumin, and the spiciness of the chili all complement one another perfectly in this dish. Plus, the presentation of the stuffed peppers is sure to impress your guests at the dinner table. These stuffed poblano peppers are hearty enough to be served as a main dish, but they could also be served as a side dish with grilled chicken or steak. This recipe yields six to seven servings of spicy, smoky, and cheesy goodness.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Cut off the top of each poblano pepper and scoop out the seeds and pulp inside of the pepper without breaking them.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, green chilies, thawed corn, 1 cup of Monterey jack cheese, sour cream, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4.Stuff each pepper with the rice mixture and place them in a baking dish.
5.Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of Monterey jack cheese on top of the stuffed peppers.
6.Bake the poblano peppers for about 25 minutes or until they are heated through and cheese is nice and melted.

PROS

These stuffed poblano peppers are full of delicious flavors and textures.

They are also a good source of fiber and protein.

CONS

Some people might find the spiciness level to be too high for their taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Poblano peppers are an excellent source of vitamin A and C, and they are also rich in fiber and antioxidants.
Corn is a good source of fiber and contains several vitamins and minerals.
Rice is a good source of carbohydrates and provides the body with energy for the day.

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