Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Amazing Stuffed Hatch Chiles, where roasted peppers meet a creamy, savory filling that bursts with flavor. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, these stuffed chiles are sure to impress your guests. With a delightful combination of spices and cheeses, each bite is a taste of culinary paradise. Get ready to elevate your home cooking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium Hatch chiles
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Roast the Hatch chiles on an open flame or under a broiler for about 10 minutes until blistered. Place them in a covered bowl for steaming for another 10 minutes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in cream cheese and shredded cheeses until well-combined.
- Carefully peel the skins off the chiles, slice them open, and remove seeds if desired. Fill each chile with the prepared mixture.
- Arrange stuffed chiles in the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for about 25 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: To customize your filling, consider adding black beans or corn for extra texture. For milder chiles, remove more seeds before stuffing.