Southwest Chili Rellenos With Sweet Pepper And Onion Sauce(Serves Six)
Flavorful Southwest chili rellenos stuffed with shredded chicken and cheese, topped with a sweet pepper and onion sauce, perfect for hearty, spicy, and cheesy comfort food.
Ingredients
- 1 cup thinly sliced celery ⓘ
- 1 cup fresh or frozen thawed whole kernel corn ⓘ
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil ⓘ
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast meat
- 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese ⓘ
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chili powder seasoning (optional) ⓘ
- 10 to 12 fresh green chili peppers (without skins) ⓘ
- Vegetable cooking spray ⓘ
- Sweet Pepper And Onion Sauce ⓘ
Instructions
- Saute celery, corn, and garlic in oil in a medium skillet for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Stir in cooked chicken and cook for 5 minutes; remove from heat and stir in cheese.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, and chili powder seasoning if desired.
- Stuff the chili peppers with the chicken and cheese mixture.
- Spray a baking dish with vegetable cooking spray and arrange the stuffed peppers in it.
- Bake until peppers are tender and filling is heated through.
- Serve topped with Sweet Pepper And Onion Sauce.
Tips & Substitutions
For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like cumin or smoked paprika into the stuffing. If fresh green chili peppers are unavailable, you can use canned green chilies as a substitute. To reduce prep time, use rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own. This dish is versatile, so feel free to add black beans or quinoa to the filling for a heartier option.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these Southwest Chili Rellenos alongside a refreshing Tossed Taco Salad for a complete meal. They also pair beautifully with Teresa's Tortilla Soup for a cozy dinner. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for an extra burst of flavor. Consider offering sour cream or guacamole on the side for added creaminess.
Storage & Reheating
Leftover chili rellenos can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes until heated through. You can also microwave them, but the oven will help maintain the texture of the peppers better.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Southwest Chili Rellenos With Sweet Pepper And Onion Sauce(Serves Six) contains roughly 197 calories, with 20g protein, 29g carbohydrates, and 2g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (120% of the Daily Value), protein (39% of the Daily Value), and dietary fiber (39% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 528mg per serving (23% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I tell when the peppers are done baking?
The peppers are done when they are tender and their skin starts to blister slightly. The filling should be heated through, which you can check by inserting a knife or toothpick into the center. If it comes out hot, the dish is ready to serve.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).