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Poblanos Rellenos de Pollo y Queso (Chicken & Cheese Stuffed Poblanos)
Time: Prep: 30 minutes, Bake/Broil: 23 minutes
Servings: 4
If you’re looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, these Poblanos Rellenos de Pollo y Queso (Chicken & Cheese Stuffed Poblanos) are a perfect choice. The smoky flavor of roasted poblano peppers, combined with tender chicken and melted cheese, creates a dish that brings the essence of home-cooked comfort. Whether you’re cooking for your familia or hosting friends, this easy recipe is sure to bring everyone together around the table.
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Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
8 medium poblano peppers
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 small yellow onion, halved and finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped
2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups shredded skinless rotisserie chicken breast meat
2 cups shredded Chihuahua cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Mexican crema and/or hot sauce for serving (optional)
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 425°; spray 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Slice 1/2 inch off top of peppers and make a 3-inch lengthwise slit through 1 side of each pepper; remove seeds and inner membranes from peppers.
- In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 3 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Add garlic and tomatoes; cook 2 minutes or until fragrant, stirring frequently. Add oregano and cumin; cook 2 minutes or until fragrant, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in chicken, cheese and cilantro. Makes about 5 cups chicken mixture.
- Fill peppers with chicken mixture and place, chicken mixture side up, in prepared dish; bake 20 minutes or until peppers are tender. Turn broiler to high; broil peppers 3 minutes or until lightly charred. Makes 8 stuffed poblanos.
- Serve stuffed poblanos drizzled with crema and/or hot sauce, if desired.
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