Description
Smoky Stuffed Poblano Peppers with Sausage and Cheddar are a flavorful and satisfying dish, perfect for BBQs or a hearty meal. They feature poblano peppers stuffed with seasoned sausage and melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped in crispy bacon and infused with a smoky aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 poblano peppers, halved lengthwise with seeds and membranes removed
- 2 lbs fresh sausage, removed from casings
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 strips reduced-sodium bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to a temperature between 225°F and 250°F.
- Divide the sausage into eight equal portions.
- Press each portion of sausage evenly onto the inside of the poblano pepper halves.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the sausage layer.
- Wrap each stuffed pepper half with one strip of bacon, securing it around the pepper.
- Place the peppers in the smoker and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the temperature of your smoker. At 225°F, it will take about 2 hours, while at 250°F, it will take around 1.5 hours.
- Once smoked, remove from the smoker and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose poblano peppers of uniform size for even cooking.
- Sharp cheddar provides the best flavor.
- Turkey sausage or chicken sausage can be used for a lighter version.
- Pepper jack cheese can be used for a spicier twist.
- Smoked gouda can be used for an extra layer of richness.
- Fresh parsley or smoked paprika can be mixed into the sausage for extra flavor.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, a fresh green salad, or roasted vegetables.
- Garnish with chopped fresh herbs or a drizzle of sour cream.
- Can be made ahead; prepare and stuff peppers, refrigerate, and cook when ready.
- Bake at 375°F for 30-40 minutes if not smoking.
- Add chopped jalapeños, hot sausage, or hot sauce for more spice.
- Naturally low in carbs and high in protein, suitable for low-carb diets.
- Slice peppers diagonally for presentation.
- Rotate peppers occasionally in the smoker for even cooking.
- Let peppers rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pepper half
- Calories: 450-500 kcal
- Sugar: Not specified
- Sodium: Not specified
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: Not specified
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: Not specified
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: Not specified