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Simple, Delicious Stuffed Peppers (30 Ways!)

Cheesy Stuffed Poblano Peppers

A variation of jalapeno poppers, these substantial stuffed poblanos with cheese and bacon are the perfect option for dinner!

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Keyword easy, stuffed peppers, summer, weeknight
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 3-4 large poblano peppers (can use 5-6 smaller poblanos)
  • 1 8 oz. block cream cheese
  • 1/2 refrigerated package bacon bits (can substitute fresh crumbled bacon)
  • 1 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2-3 scallions, finely diced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°

  2. Soften cream cheese to room temperature

  3. Cut each poblano pepper in half, lengthwise. scoop out insides and discard

  4. Combine softened cream cheese, sharp cheddar, scallions, and bacon, and stir together well

  5. Spoon filling into pepper halves and set each on baking sheet.

  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until peppers are cooked and tender.

  7. ENJOY!

Recipe Notes

If you don't have access to poblanos or prefer to make these into an appetizer, you can use jalapenos instead of poblano peppers. The filling will be enough for a full baking sheet so you will need at least 12+ larger jalapeno peppers as a substitute.