Description

Looking for a bold and satisfying dinner idea? These Homemade Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers bring together the smoky depth of poblano peppers with creamy, cheesy, and spiced chicken filling. It’s a low-carb, high-flavor dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, easy meal prep, or crowd-pleasing gatherings. Whether you’re on the hunt for easy dinner ideas, spicy food ideas, or healthy comfort food, this easy recipe delivers. The combination of rotisserie chicken, melty cheese, and roasted poblanos makes this one of those quick meals you’ll come back to again and again.

Ingredients

4 poblano peppers

2 cups shredded cooked chicken

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

1 tablespoon taco seasoning

1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut poblano peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds.

2. Place peppers cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 10–12 minutes until skins blister.

3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, half the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, taco seasoning, cilantro, and lime juice.

4. Flip peppers over and stuff each with the chicken mixture.

5. Top with remaining cheese and bake at 375°F for 15 minutes.

6. Broil on high for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

7. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra heat, add diced jalapeños to the filling.

Use rotisserie chicken to save time and boost flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper half
Calories: 390
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 90mg

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