Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Hatch Peppers
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Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Hatch Peppers
Description
This recipe involves preparing hatch chile peppers by halving and deseeding them, then stuffing each half with a creamy mix of softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic salt, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika. Each stuffed pepper is tightly wrapped with bacon, which adds a smoky flavor and crisp texture when cooked.
The dish can be cooked in the oven at 350°F on a wire rack to allow even heat around the peppers, in an air fryer set at 390°F where space allows batch cooking, or grilled over moderate heat, taking care to avoid direct flames to prevent burning the bacon. Cooking times vary slightly by method but range between 15 and 25 minutes until peppers are tender and bacon is browned.
This appetizer or snack offers a balance of creamy, smoky, and mildly spicy elements. Its preparation versatility and flavorful filling make it suitable for parties or casual meals.
Ingredients
- 8 hatch chile pepper use peppers that are straight, not curved
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened at room temperature
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 8 ounces Bacon (16 slices)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the peppers with a paper towel. Cut the peppers in half horizontally and use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and white pith.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic salt, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika. Mix well.
- Fill the peppers with the cream cheese mixture, evenly distributing the cream cheese among the peppers. Wrap 1 slice of bacon tightly around each pepper.
- Cook the peppers in the oven, air fryer, or on the grill.
Oven Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Place the peppers on a wire rack over a baking sheet and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes.
Air Fryer Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F.
- Place the peppers in the air fryer basket with room between them. You may have to air fry them in batches. Cook for about 15 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the bacon is browned.
Grilling Instructions
- Cook over moderate heat for about 20 to 25 minutes. Do not place the peppers directly into the fire; ideally, cook them on a raised rack.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 354 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 354kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 611mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 337mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1175IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 95.7mg | 106% |
| Calcium | 246mg | 25% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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