Description

Hatch chili recipes bring a delightful fusion of spice and sweetness to your table, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. These vibrant peppers infuse warmth into dishes that are perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. This recipe highlights the rich flavors of roasted hatch chilis combined with savory ground meat, fresh vegetables, and gooey cheese, making it a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

4 hatch chilis, roasted and chopped
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
2 cups fresh diced tomatoes (or 1 can)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for another 30 seconds.
Add the ground meat and cook until browned, seasoning with salt and pepper.
Stir in the diced tomatoes and chopped hatch chilis; simmer for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle cheeses on top during the last few minutes of cooking until melted.
Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Feel free to adjust the heat by using fewer or different types of peppers. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days or frozen for later use.