poblano

noun

po·​bla·​no pō-ˈblä-nō 

plural poblanos

: a large usually mild heart-shaped chili pepper especially when fresh and dark green compare ancho

Examples of poblano in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Look for hot varieties like jalapeño and habanero, sweet types such as California Wonder and Lunchbox, and others like pepperoncini and poblanos that can take a long time to mature. —Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026

The menu was broadened to include an unexpected chicken Caesar wrap with fries ($16) and a cheeseburger with poblano peppers ($17). —Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 13 Feb. 2026

Look for a Mexican-style salsa verde that includes tomatillos, at least one type of green chile (usually poblano, jalapeño or serrano) and cilantro. —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026

Tender shrimp and chopped poblano peppers combine with cheddar cheese and fresh tomatoes in this easy casserole that's just right for your next potluck. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish (chile) poblano, literally, chili pepper of Puebla (Mexico)

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for poblano

• chicano
• hispano
• serrano
• solano
• soprano
• americano
• castellano
• cebuano
• mexicano
• llano
• mano