Espagueti Verde (Mexican Green Spaghetti)

Name: Espagueti Verde (Mexican Green Spaghetti)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 large poblano peppers; 1 jalapeño pepper; 4 tbsp butter (divided); 1/4 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 cup sour cream or Mexican crema; 1 8oz. bar of cream cheese; 1/4 cup chicken broth; 1 cup cilantro (plus more for garnish); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 12oz. packet of spaghetti (can use gluten-free); 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Espagueti Verde is a Mexican green spaghetti with a silky smooth, roasted poblano and jalapeño sauce. This creamy pasta dish is amazing as a side dish and a meatless meal, plus easily make it gluten-free.

Updated at: Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:56:30 GMT