What Makes These Air Fryer Chile Rellenos Perfect?
Fast. An air fryer recipe done start to finish in 40 minutes.Easy. Char the peppers, stuff them with a delicious filling, cook, and drizzle with sauce.Vegetarian. A satisfying and filling vegetarian recipe.Versatile. Serve as a main course or as a side dish.Delicious. Robust flavors thanks to charred peppers and a variety of flavorful spices.
The odd thing about this recipe is that it’s for 3 Chile Rellenos. I know, I know, who makes 3? Someone whose air fryer will only take 3 chiles, that’s who. if you have an air fryer with a larger basket or removable trays, you can probably get 4 in at a time. In which case, just add a little corn and cheese and you should be good to go.
Does It Taste Authentic?
Let’s talk about the sauce. I know several of you will be writing to me telling me how it’s not authentic. Tomato paste? What? Okay, I hear you. I know it’s not completely authentic, but it TASTES authentic. In my book, if you can achieve the same flavors while saving a ton of time and steps in the kitchen, it’s a win. You have to try it before you knock it. It is SO GOOD. You’ll be grateful you have extra sauce when it’s all said and done.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For The Peppers
Poblano peppersFrozen Corn KernelsGreen ScallionsChopped CilantroKosher SaltGround Black PepperMonterey Jack cheeseMexican crema
For The Sauce
Olive OilOnionMinced GarlicTomato PasteAncho Chile PowderDried OreganoGround CuminKosher SaltChicken BrothLemon Juice
How To Make Air Fryer Chile Rellenos
The way to do this efficiently is to get the chiles char and make the sauce while that happens. Then mix up the corn and cheese and have it ready for when the chiles are done and ready to go. What I loved about charring the chiles in the air fryer was no smoke, no mess on the stove, and no standing around and turning it. I just put them in the air fryer, and they pretty much took care of themselves.
How Long Do They Last?
If you have cooked Chile Rellenos, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating. These air fryer chile rellenos stand well on their own. I’d maybe make a nice Tomato Coconut soup with it Air Fryer Carne Asada if you want something with a little meat and call it a day. It’s important to note that the texture and flavor of Chile Rellenos may change after being stored for an extended period of time, so it’s best to consume them as soon as possible for the best taste and quality.
Can You Freeze Them?
You can also freeze uncooked Chile Rellenos for up to 2-3 months. Just make sure to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil before freezing.
How Do You Reheat Chile Rellenos?
It’s likely if you’re only making one batch of these stuffed poblanos, you won’t have to worry about reheating leftovers. However, if you’re making them as a side dish or are making multiple batches to feed a larger family, you may need to warm them up later. Here’s how I would do it:
Place the Chile Relleno in a heatproof pan and place it in the air fryer basket.Set the air fryer time to 4 minutes at 350FTest the center of the peppers to check for thorough heatingEnjoy
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Looking for more great Mexican recipes to cook up in your air fryer? My Air Fried Carne Asada Recipe makes a delicious carne asada in no time! If you love this Air Fryer Chile Rellenos recipe as much as we did, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pinterest so they can try it too.
