Here’s a full recipe for Cheesy Stuffed Poblano & Beef Burritos with Mexican Rice—comforting, flavorful, and perfect for a hearty meal.

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🌶️ Cheesy Stuffed Poblano & Beef Burrito with Mexican Rice

⭐ Servings

4 burritos

⏱️ Total Time

45–55 minutes

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🛒 Ingredients

For the Beef & Poblano Filling

• 4 large poblano peppers

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small yellow onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp chili powder

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp oregano

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)

• ½ cup tomato sauce or salsa (optional)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Mexican Rice

• 1 cup long-grain rice

• 2 tbsp oil or butter

• 1 ¾ cup chicken broth

• ½ small onion, finely diced

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp tomato paste (or ¼ cup tomato sauce)

• ½ tsp cumin

• ½ tsp salt

• Optional: ¼ cup frozen peas & carrots

For Burritos

• 4 large flour tortillas

• Optional: sour cream, cilantro, lime, guacamole, salsa

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🔥 Instructions

1. Roast the Poblanos

1. Preheat broiler or use open flame on gas stove.

2. Roast peppers until skins blister and blacken.

3. Place in a bowl, cover with plastic/foil; steam 5 minutes.

4. Peel off loose skin (no need to be perfect).

5. Make a small slit and remove seeds; keep peppers whole.

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2. Make the Beef Filling

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high.

2. Add onions; cook 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.

3. Add ground beef; cook until browned.

4. Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper.

5. Add tomato sauce or salsa if you want it saucy.

6. Simmer 2 minutes.

7. Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheese.

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3. Prepare Mexican Rice

1. Heat oil/butter in a saucepan.

2. Add rice and toast until lightly golden (3–4 minutes).

3. Add onion & garlic; cook 1 minute.

4. Add tomato paste, cumin, and salt; stir to coat.

5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

6. Cover and cook 15 minutes over low heat.

7. Turn off heat and let steam 5 minutes.

8. Fluff and add peas/carrots if using.

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4. Stuff Poblanos

1. Gently fill each roasted poblano with the cheesy beef mixture.

2. (Optional) Bake stuffed peppers at 375°F for 8–10 minutes to melt cheese fully.

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5. Assemble the Burritos

1. Warm tortillas until soft.

2. Add a scoop of Mexican rice.

3. Place one stuffed poblano on top.

4. Add extra cheese or sauce if desired.

5. Roll burrito tightly: fold sides in, roll from the bottom up.

6. (Optional) Grill seam-side down 2 minutes for crispiness.

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🌮 Serving Suggestions

Serve with:

• Fresh lime wedges

• Cilantro

• Sour cream

• Pico de gallo

• Avocado or guacamole

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🤤 Want variations?

I can create:

• A spicy version

• A vegetarian version

• A low-carb version (stuffed poblanos without the tortilla)

• A one-pan shortcut recipe

Just tell me!