Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Roast and Prepare Poblano Chiles
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with foil. Place whole poblano peppers on the baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until skins are blistered and charred.
- Carefully transfer roasted poblanos to a bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil, and let steam for 10-15 minutes. This makes them easier to peel. Once cooled enough to handle, peel the skin from the chiles. Make a slit lengthwise down one side of each chile, carefully remove seeds and membranes, trying to keep the chiles intact. Set aside.
Prepare Ground Beef Filling
- While chiles are steaming, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the undrained diced tomatoes and 1/2 cup beef broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Remove from heat.
Prepare Tomato Sauce
- In a small mixing bowl, combine crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup broth, salt, pepper, and optional sugar. Stir well.
Assemble the Casserole
- Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread about half of the prepared tomato sauce evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
- Carefully stuff each peeled poblano chile with a generous amount of the ground beef filling. Arrange the stuffed chiles in a single layer over the sauce in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the chiles. Sprinkle evenly with the shredded Monterey Jack and Colby Jack cheeses.
Bake the Casserole
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and sliced avocado, if desired. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
• **Chile Roasting Tip**: For even charring, a broiler can also be used. Place chiles under a hot broiler, turning every few minutes until all sides are blistered.
• **Make Ahead**: The beef filling and the tomato sauce can be prepared a day in advance and stored separately in the refrigerator. Assemble and bake just before serving.
• **Spice Level**: For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef filling or a diced jalapeño along with the onion.
• **Cheese Variation**: Feel free to use your favorite melting cheeses, such as cheddar, Oaxaca cheese, or a Mexican blend.
• **Make Ahead**: The beef filling and the tomato sauce can be prepared a day in advance and stored separately in the refrigerator. Assemble and bake just before serving.
• **Spice Level**: For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef filling or a diced jalapeño along with the onion.
• **Cheese Variation**: Feel free to use your favorite melting cheeses, such as cheddar, Oaxaca cheese, or a Mexican blend.
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