Air Fryer Chile Relleno — If you’re a fan of chile Relleno, you’ll love this air fryer recipe. It’s easy to make, and the results are delicious. Best of all, there’s hardly any cleanup involved. So fire up your air fryer and give this recipe a try. You won’t be disappointed!
Air Fryer Chile Relleno — We all know that moms are busy, and there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. It’s always a struggle to find ways to make cooking healthy meals for your family as quick and easy as possible. That’s why I’m so excited about my latest kitchen gadget, the air fryer!
Air fryers use hot air instead of oil or butter, which means you can cook healthier foods with less fuss. My favorite thing right now is Air Fryer Chile Rellenos, but they’re traditionally fried, which makes them not exactly “healthy.” But today, I made a vast and healthy batch, right in my Air Fryer.
Do you love to cook but hate the mess and time it takes? Air frying is a quick, easy way to make your favorite dishes without all of the hassles. Chile Rellenos are traditionally fried in oil, making them very unhealthy for you. You can still get that same delicious flavor without all of the greases with an air fryer!
If you are looking for even more Easy Air Fryer Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER FROZEN MOZZARELLA CHEESE STICKS, AIR FRYER APPLE PLUM TARTS, AIR FRYER CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA, and AIR FRYER CRAB CAKE SANDWICHES.
What Are Chile Relleno?
If you’re looking for a fun and easy dinner idea, then look no further than Chile Rellenos. This dish is traditionally made with poblano peppers that are stuffed with cheese and battered before being deep-fried.
The filling can be anything from beef to chicken or even vegetarian! It’s the perfect way to enjoy Mexican cuisine without needing an elaborate recipe.
There are so many variations that you can make with this recipe, I used a traditional filling, but you can also use pecans, crab, and other ingredients to stuff the pepper with.
Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Chile Relleno
- Poblano Peppers
- Corn Kernels
- Scallions
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- Mexican Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Red Chile Sauce
How To Make Air Fryer Chile Relleno
Start by charring the peppers. Place them into the air fryer basket, set the temperature to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting for 8 to 10 minutes—flip halfway during the cooking cycle. Let them cool slightly.
Then in a medium-sized mixing bowl, mix the corn kernels, scallion, cilantro, parsley, salt, black pepper, sour cream, and cheese.
Using a sharp knife, cut the roasted poblano pepper down the middle. Remove the poblano seeds if desired. Add the filling into the poblano pepper. Place the stuffed peppers into the Air Fryer Basket, and set the temperature to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 8 to 10 minutes.
Serve with additional cheese, sour cream, and red chile sauce.
Pro Tips:
- For best results, try to purchase all of the same size poblano peppers, so they all cook up at about the same time.
- When purchasing poblano peppers for this recipe, purchase large ones, which are easier to stuff than smaller ones.
- This recipe will work in any Air Fryer Model, either basket or oven. This recipe also will work in the Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot Vortex, Instant Crisp Lid, and Mealthy Lid. The recipe will work the same, the timing may vary.
- Leave room around the peppers, so they cook up perfectly! The hot air will perfectly cook up the peppers.
Variations:
There are so many ways to make this your recipe, and you can play around with the fillings, some of my favorites things to change:
Cheese: While I used a traditional Mexican Cheese Blend, you can use any of your favorites, oms of my favorites are mozzarella, cheddar, provolone, and Oaxaca. I have even made it with Cotija Cheese.
Meat: Add some cooked meat. My favorites are cooked ground beef, chorizo sausage, and even ground-cooked turkey.
Some Great Toppings:
Just like a traditional Mexican meal, you can really top these off with anything. Some of my favorites are:
- Sour Cream
- Diced Tomatoes
- Sliced Jalapenos
- Cilantro
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Sliced Avocados
- Any of your favorite toppings!
How To Store Air Fryer Chile Relleno
Ahead of Time: If you want to make these ahead of time, you can assemble them and cook them right before dinner. Of you can make them and reheat them in the air fryer.
Storage: To store them, let them cool to room temperature, place them into an airtight container, and put them into the refrigerator. They will last for about 3 to 4 days.
Reheating: Add some fresh cheese to them, then melt it in the air fryer for best results.
More Air Fryer Mexican Recipes:
- AIR FRYER MEXICAN STREET CORN ON THE COB
- AIR FRYER QUESO (MEXICAN CHEESE DIP)
- TACO BELL MEXICAN PIZZA RECIPE IN THE AIR FRYER
- AIR FRYER MEXICAN WEDDING COOKIES
- AIR FRYER, MEXICAN CHICKEN FOIL PACKET
Air Fryer Chile Relleno
Air Fryer Chile Relleno -- We all know that moms are busy, and there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. It's always a struggle to find ways to make cooking healthy meals for your family as quick and easy as possible. That's why I'm so excited about my latest kitchen gadget, the air fryer!
Ingredients
- 3 large poblano peppers
- 1 cup corn, canned (drained) or frozen (thawed and drained)
- 1 green onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon cilantro
- 1 tablespoon parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese, cheddar, or Mexican
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- Optional Garnishes: Sour Cream, Salsa, Red Chile Sauce, Guacamole, Tomatoes, etc.
Instructions
- Start by charring the peppers. Place them into the air fryer basket, set the temperature to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting for 8 to 10 minutes—flip hallway during the cooking cycle. Let them cool slightly.
- Then in a medium-sized mixing bowl, mix the corn kernels, scallion, cilantro, parsley, salt, black pepper, sour cream, and cheese.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the roasted poblano pepper down the middle. Remove the poblano seeds if desired. Add the filling into the poblano pepper. Place the stuffed peppers into the Air Fryer Basket, and set the temperature to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Serve with additional cheese, sour cream, and red chile sauce, and additional garnishes.
- Plate, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Pro Tips:
- For best results, try to purchase all of the same size poblano peppers, so they all cook up at about the same time.
- When purchasing poblano peppers for this recipe, purchase large ones, which are easier to stuff than smaller ones.
- This recipe will work in any Air Fryer Model, either basket or oven. This recipe also will work in the Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot Vortex, Instant Crisp Lid, and Mealthy Lid. The recipe will work the same, and the timing may vary.
- Leave room around the peppers, so they cook up perfectly! The hot air will perfectly cook up the peppers.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 147Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 465mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 5gProtein: 6g
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