Mexican Style Picadillo Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers

Mexican Style Picadillo Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers

  • 40 Minutes Prep
  • 1 Hour 20 Minutes Total
  • 6 Servings
  • 270 Calories per Serving
An easy weeknight meal idea for the entire family! These savory Mexican style Picadillo stuffed poblano peppers with ground beef are flavorful, filling and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredient List

  • 1 lb ground beef (at least 80% lean)
  • 1 box Mezco™ Picadillo Flavor Duo Sauce and Spice & Herb Blend
  • Water, as called for on box
  • Potatoes, as called for on box
  • 6 medium poblano chiles
  • 1 1/4 cups shredded queso Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh cilantro, if desired

Preparation

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Cook beef and potatoes as directed on box.
  3. Cut open one side of each chile; remove seeds. Arrange chiles in baking dish; divide beef mixture among chiles, about 1/2 cup each.
  4. Cover with foil; bake 30 to 35 minutes or until chiles are tender and filling is heated through. Remove foil; top with cheese. Bake uncovered 4 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with cilantro just before serving.

Tips

  • Queso Oaxaca is a quick-melting cheese, perfect for topping these stuffed peppers. If you are unable to find Queso Oaxaca, shredded mozzarella cheese is a good substitute.
  • Poblano chile peppers are flavorful but not spicy. They will soften as they bake, making them tender and delicious.
  • Picadillo is a traditional Latin American dish that starts with a ground meat mixture cooked in spiced tomato sauce and varies slightly from country to country. It can also be served with cooked rice, tacos or as an empanada filling.
  • Green beans are a great option to dish up alongside your peppers, or if you’re looking for a bigger meal, this recipe will go perfectly alongside some Mexican-style street corn! Why not even add a dollop of sour cream for some added tanginess?

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Information (Amount per serving)

Total Fat 15g 23%, Saturated Fat 7g 37%, Cholesterol 70mg 24%, Sodium 530mg 22%, Potassium 530mg 15%, Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%, Dietary Fiber 1g 6%, Vitamin A 10%, Vitamin C 90%, Calcium 20%, Iron 15%, Vitamin D 0%, Vitamin E 0%, Thiamin 6%, Riboflavin 10%, Niacin 15%, Vitamin B6 20%, Folic Acid 4%, Vitamin B12 25%, Pantothenic Acid 4%, Phosphorus 25%, Magnesium 8%, Zinc 30%, Selenium 20%, Copper 8%, Manganese 8%

Nutrition Other (Amount per serving)

Calories 270, Calories from Fat 130, Trans Fat 1/2g, Monounsaturated Fat 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1/2g, Soluble Fiber 0g, Insoluble Fiber 0g, Sugars 5g, Protein 20g, Beta-Carotene 20%, Omega-3 0g, Carbohydrate Choice 1, Starch 1/2, Fruit 0, Other Carbohydrate 0, Skim Milk 0, Low-Fat Milk 0, Milk 0, Vegetable 1, Very Lean Meat 0, Lean Meat 0, Medium-Fat Meat 2, High-Fat Meat 1/2, Fat 0, Fruits 0c, Vegetables 1/2c, Grains 0oz-eq, Meat & Beans 2oz-eq, Dairy 1/2c, Fats & Oils 0tsp