Stuffed Hatch rellenos. Crispy, cheesy, ready to bake.
Hatch Green Chile Rellenos
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5th-generation family business
Never imported
Hatch Green Chile Rellenos
- Smoky Fire-Roasted Flavor
- Frozen at Peak Ripeness
- Ready to Cook, No Mess
- No Preservatives or Additives
Most "Hatch Chile" is a lie
68% is grown in Mexico, California, or Arizona. Is it really Hatch?
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Why real chile only grows here
Champagne's got its valley. We have ours.
The Soil
Minerals you can taste
NMSU found 23% more flavor compounds than chile grown anywhere else.
The Sun
300+ days a year
Desert UV burns flavor deep into every pepper.
The Swing
100° day. 60° night.
The plant fights harder. The chile gets deeper.
The Water
Fed by the Rio Grande
Elephant Butte runoff. Minerals you can taste in every bite.
The Proof Is in the Chile
4.7
★★★★★
Based on 568 reviews
88%
five-star reviews
Verified Buyer
★★★★★
04/29/26
Superior quality, prompt delivery,but most of all,experience of reliving my days in tijeras canyon,was exhilarating. I live in Virginia, and getting quality, authentic N.M Chili's takes me back,total 5 stars and thanks.!
Verified Buyer
★★★★★
04/01/26
These Hatch Rellenos are delicious! Just the right amount of breading covering the Chiles. Couldn't be more convenient for those times you don't know what to make. Will order again.
Hatch Chile Store
Thank you so much for the 5 stars! 🌶️
We’re so happy to hear you loved the flavor and that your order arrived quickly. We take pride in sending authentic Hatch chile products straight from New Mexico to your kitchen.
We truly appreciate your supp...
Verified Buyer
★★★★★
03/26/26
Wonderful
Hatch Chile Store
Thanks for the 5 stars!!! We are glad you are enjoying your hatch chile!
Any last questions?
Yes. Every order from The Hatch Chile Store ships with dry ice in an insulated box. We ship Tuesdays and Wednesdays only. Most orders arrive frozen solid in 1 to 3 business days anywhere in the US. If anything shows up thawed, contact us. We'll make it right. 100% satisfaction guaranteed.
- Mild (500–1,500 SHU): Smoky Hatch flavor with barely any heat. Great for queso, eggs, and kids.
- Medium (1,500–4,000 SHU): Our bestseller. You'll feel a kick, but it won't take over the dish.
- Hot (4,000–8,000 SHU): Real heat that builds. For people who like spicy food.
Not sure? Start with Medium. It's what most of our customers order.
Yes. Our roasted Hatch green chile is flash frozen at harvest and ships every week, all year, from The Hatch Chile Store. Fresh unroasted chile is only available during harvest season from July through October.
Yes. Thaw what you need in the fridge overnight and refreeze the rest. Each vacuum-sealed bag is 1 lb. Quality stays good for 12+ months at 0°F.
Most canned "green chile" is Anaheim pepper grown in California or Mexico, packed in vinegar brine for shelf life. Our Hatch green chile is a different pepper entirely, grown on our family farm in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico and flame-roasted the traditional way. No brine, no vinegar, no preservatives. We've been farming chile here for five generations, since 1917. The Hatch Chile Association certifies our product as authentic Hatch Valley grown.
Yes. Our Hatch green chile is fully flame-roasted, hand-peeled, vacuum-sealed, and flash frozen. Just thaw and add to your food. Available chopped or whole. Zero prep, zero mess.
Chopped is the easier pick for most recipes. Use it in green chile cheeseburgers, breakfast burritos, eggs, queso, green chile stew, soups, and mac and cheese. Whole is what you want for chile rellenos, layered enchiladas, or sandwiches where you want a full roasted pepper. If you're not sure, go with chopped.
Each box is 5 lbs (five 1 lb vacuum-sealed bags). That's roughly 10 to 15 meals depending on how heavy you pour. Most repeat customers order 2 to 3 boxes to stock their freezer and save with our volume discounts (up to 30% off at 4+ boxes). If you cook with chile a few times a week, 10 to 15 lbs will last 2 to 3 months.
Restaurant-quality chile rellenos, delivered frozen to your door. Each relleno starts with a whole, hand-selected Big Jim Hatch green chile — flame-roasted over an open fire, hand-peeled, stuffed with creamy Monterey Jack cheese, dipped in our signature egg batter, and fried until golden. We ship them frozen so you can enjoy authentic New Mexican flavor any night of the week.
Unlike mass-produced grocery store rellenos made with generic poblano peppers, ours are crafted exclusively with Hatch Valley green chile — grown in the same New Mexico soil our family has farmed for five generations. The difference isn't subtle. It's the smoky, earthy depth that only comes from real Hatch chile.
📦 What's in the Box
- 12 hand-dipped chile rellenos (sold by the dozen)
- Made with whole Big Jim Hatch green chiles
- Stuffed with Monterey Jack cheese
- Light, crispy egg batter coating
- Ships frozen with dry ice via UPS
- Serves: 4–6 people (2–3 rellenos per serving)
Why Our Rellenos Are Different
Most frozen rellenos you'll find — even ones labeled "Hatch style" — are made with poblano peppers grown in Mexico or California. They use the name, but not the chile. Our rellenos are different:
🌶️ Real Hatch Chile (Not Poblano)
We use Big Jim variety Hatch green chile — flame-roasted and hand-peeled in New Mexico. Poblanos are mild and generic. Hatch chile delivers smoky, complex flavor with actual character.
👨🍳 Hand-Dipped, Small Batch
Each relleno is individually stuffed and dipped by hand — not mass-produced on an assembly line. You can taste the craftsmanship in the light, crispy batter that stays intact when you cook them.
🧀 Real Cheese, Real Melt
We use Monterey Jack cheese that melts into gooey, stretchy perfection. No processed cheese product. No fillers. Just the good stuff.
🔥 Mild-Medium Heat
Big Jim chiles deliver 1,500–3,000 SHU — enough kick to know you're eating chile, but accessible for the whole family. Not bland. Not overwhelming. Just right.
How to Cook Hatch Chile Rellenos
Our rellenos arrive frozen and cook up crispy in minutes. No thawing required — just a quick defrost and your choice of cooking method:
Pan Fry (Best Results)
Defrost 30 sec in microwave. Pan fry in oil, turning occasionally.
7–10 min • Medium heatDeep Fry (Crispiest)
Defrost 30 sec. Fry in oil until golden brown all over.
4 min • 375°FAir Fryer (Healthiest)
Place 3 rellenos in basket. No oil needed. Flip halfway through.
9 min • 400°FPro tip: For extra-crispy rellenos, don't fully defrost them. A slightly frozen center helps the batter crisp up before the cheese melts through. Serve immediately — these are best straight from the pan.
How to Serve Chile Rellenos
In New Mexico, chile rellenos are served dozens of ways. Here are the most popular:
Classic: Topped with red or green chile sauce
Smothered: Covered in queso or ranchero sauce
Plated: With rice, beans & fresh pico
Burrito: Wrapped in a flour tortilla
Breakfast: With eggs, hash browns & salsa
Simple: With sour cream & guacamole
"Red or green?" — New Mexico's official state question. At every restaurant, you'll be asked which chile sauce you want. Can't decide? Say "Christmas" to get both. Try our green chile stew or jarred salsas to smother your rellenos in authentic New Mexican flavor.
What is a Chile Relleno?
Chile relleno (pronounced "CHEE-leh reh-YEH-noh") means "stuffed chile" in Spanish. It's a traditional Mexican dish that dates back centuries — roasted chile peppers stuffed with cheese or meat, coated in egg batter, and fried until golden. The dish originated in Puebla, Mexico, where it's traditionally made with poblano peppers.
New Mexican chile rellenos are different. Instead of mild poblanos, we use Hatch green chile — which delivers more heat, more smokiness, and more complexity. The Big Jim variety is the gold standard for rellenos because of its large size (perfect for stuffing), thick walls (holds up to frying), and exceptional flavor.
Fun fact: The Big Jim chile was developed by Jim Lytle in partnership with New Mexico State University and holds a Guinness World Record for the longest chile pepper ever grown (17.25 inches). It was specifically bred for making chile rellenos.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many chile rellenos come in an order?
Each order includes 12 chile rellenos (one dozen). This typically serves 4–6 people, with 2–3 rellenos per person as a main course.
How spicy are these chile rellenos?
Our rellenos are made with Big Jim Hatch chile, which has a mild to medium heat level (1,500–3,000 Scoville units). They have a noticeable kick but are family-friendly and won't overwhelm your taste buds.
What kind of cheese is inside?
We use Monterey Jack cheese, which melts into gooey, stretchy perfection and pairs beautifully with the smoky Hatch chile flavor. It's the traditional cheese choice for New Mexican rellenos.
How long do frozen rellenos last?
Stored in your freezer at 0°F, our rellenos stay fresh for up to 12 months. Once thawed, cook immediately and do not refreeze.
Can I bake these instead of frying?
We recommend pan-frying, deep-frying, or air-frying for the best texture. Baking is possible (375°F for 20–25 minutes), but the batter won't get as crispy. If you bake, consider finishing under the broiler for 1–2 minutes.
What's the difference between Hatch chile rellenos and regular chile rellenos?
Most chile rellenos are made with poblano peppers — a mild Mexican variety with little heat or complexity. Our rellenos use Hatch Big Jim green chile from New Mexico, which delivers a smoky, earthy flavor and more heat. It's the difference between generic and exceptional.
Are these gluten-free?
No. Our rellenos are coated in an egg batter that contains wheat flour. They are not suitable for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
How are frozen rellenos shipped?
We ship frozen items via UPS with dry ice to ensure they arrive frozen. Orders ship Monday–Wednesday to avoid weekend delays. We cannot ship to P.O. boxes — please use a physical address.
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Complete Your New Mexican Meal
Chile rellenos pair perfectly with other New Mexican staples. Build a complete meal with:
- Hatch Green Chile Stew — Our signature stew, ready to heat and serve
- Hatch Chile Tamales — Handmade pork or chicken tamales
- Green Chile Sauce — Perfect for smothering your rellenos
- Hatch Red Chile Rellenos — Made with red chile for a different flavor profile