Stuffed Hatch Chiles With Cilantro-Lime Yogurt

Stuffed Hatch Chiles With Cilantro-Lime Yogurt
  • Author: Erin Alderson

Spice up your dinner routine with these delicious stuffed Hatch Chiles! An explosion of flavors awaits as tender chiles are filled with a savory mixture of rice, corn, and a blend of aromatic spices, then topped with melted cheese. Finished with a drizzle of tangy lime yogurt sauce, this dish is a delightful balance of heat and creaminess, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal.

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Ingredients

  • 4 good sized Hatch Chiles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ small red onion
  • 1 ear sweet corn
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin powder
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ cup cooked brown rice
  • 2 ounces queso fresco or mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup whole milk plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons minced cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons honey

Instructions

  • Preheat broiler and place chiles in a roasted pan. Place under broiler for 1-2 minutes until chiles are blistering. Remove from oven and let cool.
  • In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Mince onion and add to pan, cooking until translucent, 5-6 minutes. Remove corn kernels from cob, add to pan, and continue to cook for 3-4 more minutes. Combine spices, pepper, salt, and brown sugar in a bowl. Add to the pan along with the 1/4 cup of water. Stir until spices are mixed in. Add cooked rice and continue to heat for 1-2 minutes until rice is hot.
  • Divide mixture into the four chiles and top with cheese. Return pan to under the broiler and heat until cheese is melted and lightly browning, 1-2 minutes.* Remove from oven.
  • To serve, whisk together yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, and honey. Spoon over peppers and sprinkle with extra cilantro if desired.

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Cook Time

20M

Prep Time

PT10M

Yield

2