Middle Eastern Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Steps

• 1

  Preheat oven to 400° F. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high. Add the carrots and sauté 5 minutes, until slightly softened and browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.

  
• 2

  Back in the skillet, add the ground chicken. Cook until browned all over, about 8 minutes. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, paprika, salt, golden raisins, pine nuts and parsley. Add the carrots back to the mixture. Toss everything until combined and cook 2 more minutes. Taste and add more spices if you desire.

  
• 3

  In the meantime, slice the peppers lengthwise and remove the ribs and seeds. Don't touch your eyes! Wash your hands immediately.
• 4

  Place the peppers on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes to start the softening.
• 5

  Remove from the oven and fill each pepper with the stuffing. Top with shredded cheese and bake another 10 minutes, or until cheese is browned and bubbly.

  
• 6

  Serve immediately.