Amazing Stuffed Hatch Chiles
Experience a burst of smoky and creamy goodness with Amazing Stuffed Hatch Chiles. These medium-sized peppers are roasted to perfection, then filled with a luscious mixture of cream cheese, shredded cheese, and optional ground meat. Ideal for gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish promises to impress with its delightful flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Hatch chiles
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 lb lean ground beef or turkey (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Char the Hatch chiles over an open flame until blistered. Place in a plastic bag for 10 minutes to steam, then peel off skins.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and ground meat (if using) until well combined. Stir in fresh herbs.
- Slice charred chiles open lengthwise and remove seeds. Stuff each chile generously with the filling mixture.
- Arrange stuffed chiles on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through and golden on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chile (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 57mg