Cajun Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers - Recipe
Earthy poblano peppers stuffed with a mixture of chicken thighs, a combination of cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, and plenty of Cajun seasonings. Get the recipe here.
Servings: 4
Calories: 369kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large poblano peppers
- 2 boneless chicken thighs chicken breast is great, too
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasonings
- 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces shredded pepper jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro + more for topping
- 1 tablespoon or more of your favorite hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Slice the poblano peppers in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides. Set onto a large baking dish.
- Add the chicken to a mixing bowl and coat with olive oil. Toss with Cajun seasonings.
- Heat a pan to medium heat and cook the chicken a few minutes per side, until cooked through. Cool and chop. Into a mixing bowl they go.
- Add cheeses, cilantro and hot sauce, and if desired, a bit more Cajun blend. Mix well.
- Scoop the mixture into the peppers and bake 15-20 minutes, or until the cheeses are nice and melted.
- Top with fresh cilantro and serve with extra hot sauce!
Notes
Serves 2-4.
Nutrition
Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 460mg | Potassium: 310mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1640IU | Vitamin C: 50.2mg | Calcium: 430mg | Iron: 1.4mg