Southwest Anaheim Stuffed Peppers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
304 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Southwest Anaheim Stuffed Peppers
Description
Southwest Anaheim Stuffed Peppers combine shredded rotisserie chicken, corn, black beans, and salsa seasoned with taco blend and creamy cream cheese. These ingredients are mixed together and then spooned into halved, seeded Anaheim peppers. The dish is topped with shredded cheddar cheese and baked until the peppers soften and the cheese melts, resulting in a rich and creamy interior with a mildly spicy flavor profile. The peppers become tender but hold together, providing a vessel that complements the filling.
The blend of beans and corn adds texture contrasts within the creamy, cheesy mix balanced by savory chicken and salsa notes. Once baked, the peppers can be served with fresh cilantro and sour cream, which add brightness and a creamy coolness to each bite. This makes them suitable as a main dish or a hearty side to a southwest-themed meal.
Ingredients
- 4 Anaheim peppers cut in half with seeds and membrane removed
- 2 cups chicken shredded rotisserie
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 6 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- cilantro for garnish
- sour cream for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a medium bowl, combine the chicken, corn, beans, salsa, taco seasoning, and cream cheese. Stir until incorporated.
- Fill each pepper with the chicken mixture and place them in an oven-safe skillet. Add cheese to the top of the peppers.
- Bake 20 minutes (or until pepper is soft and cheese is melted).
- Top with fresh cilantro and sour cream.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 304 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 304kcal | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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