Cajun Chicken Stuffed Poblano Peppers - Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    369 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

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.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 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
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Slice the poblano peppers in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides. Set onto a large baking dish.
  3. Add the chicken to a mixing bowl and coat with olive oil. Toss with Cajun seasonings.
  4. 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.
  5. Add cheeses, cilantro and hot sauce, and if desired, a bit more Cajun blend. Mix well.
  6. Scoop the mixture into the peppers and bake 15-20 minutes, or until the cheeses are nice and melted.
  7. Top with fresh cilantro and serve with extra hot sauce!

Notes

  • Serves 2-4.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 369kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 110mg (37%) Sodium 460mg (19%) Potassium 310mg (9%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1640IU (33%) Vitamin C 50.2mg (56%) Calcium 430mg (43%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 369 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 369kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 110mg 37%
Sodium 460mg 19%
Potassium 310mg 7%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1640IU 33%
Vitamin C 50.2mg 56%
Calcium 430mg 43%
Iron 1.4mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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