Delicious and Spicy Chicken Stuffed Chiles

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Delicious and Spicy Chicken Stuffed Chiles
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 02, 2024

These chicken-stuffed chiles are a fantastic combination of tender chicken, spicy chiles, and gooey cheese. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests. The dish is bursting with flavors and will surely satisfy your cravings for a spicy and savory meal. The chiles are stuffed with a mixture of seasoned chicken, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese, then baked to perfection. Serve them with a side of salsa and sour cream for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 large poblano chiles
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut a lengthwise slit in each chile, leaving the stem intact. Remove the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh cilantro. Mix well.
  4. Stuff each chile with the chicken mixture, making sure to evenly distribute the filling.
  5. Place the stuffed chiles on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chiles are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Remove the chiles from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
  7. Serve the chicken-stuffed chiles with salsa and sour cream on the side.
  8. Enjoy the delicious and spicy flavors of these chicken-stuffed chiles!

Interesting Facts

  • Poblano chiles are mild in heat and are commonly used in Mexican cuisine.
  • The combination of cream cheese and cheddar cheese creates a rich and creamy filling for the chiles.
  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili powder to the filling.