Finally. Something that can be considered real food. An actual meal. The past month, all the new items that have landed in-store have been more or less junk food. I've had enough of cookies and sweets for a bit. Well, if it weren't for one last lap around the store, I would have missed these. These are the newest addition to the fresh pasta aisle since the addition of the Italian Sausage and Four Cheese Ravioli.
Taste and review
Now, I've tried and reviewed just about all of the fresh pasta in the refrigerated case. There are very few I don't like. Some could be better. Some really stand out.
This one here stands out.
Yes, you have your standard fresh pasta. This is no different. It has two different stripes on it. One is a bright yellow on top, but on the bottom is a green stripe. Odds are it's a subtle nod to the filling: the poblano pepper.
Now, this ends up tasting like a bit of a mash-up of flavors.
While part of this is distinctly Italian, the poblano peppers add an enchilada flare to this item.
After cooking this the quick 5 minutes and allowing it to cool (which brings the filling to a more enjoyable state), it reminded me of a different product: Trader Joe's Chicken Enchiladas Verdes.
There was something smokey, peppery, with a super mild heat to this. The chicken is chopped very small, so don't expect huge chunks of chicken when you bite into this. Nope, it blends right into the filling. I didn't mind it, but I know some would enjoy those big chunks of chicken.
But with the added meat, I wasn't left feeling hungry afterwards. Unless you are sharing, you might not even want meatballs to go with this one.
Now, I know the next question: What sauce should I pair with this? While I enjoyed mine with olive oil, I think you'll have to taste and see. I think this has the potential to be a split decision between traditional pasta sauces or even a bit of enchilada sauce with this one.
For $3.69 these are reasonably priced. And while it said 2 servings, I might have enjoyed this as just a single serving.
Would I buy this again? Yes. I would absolutely buy Trader Joe's Creamy Chicken and Poblano Ravioli again.
Did you try it? Let me know what you think in the comments section!
Product photos
The box of Trader Joe's Creamy Chicken and Poblano Ravioli:
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Trader Joe's Creamy Chicken and Poblano Ravioli
Product Name: Trader Joe's Creamy Chicken and Poblano Ravioli
Product Description: Trader Joe's Creamy Chicken and Poblano Ravioli are chicken, poblano peppers, with ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese
Price: $3.69
Summary
Trader Joe's Creamy Chicken and Poblano Ravioli is chicken, poblano peppers, ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese
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Worthy of Repurchasing
Pros
- A completely different tasting ravioli
- A bit like a chicken enchilada in pasta
Cons
- Not as meaty as the sausage ravioli
Alek says
Maybe make a twist on the enchilada. Instead of tortillas use these and ladle some of the enchilada sauce. Some cheese on it. I miss the chicken pot pie ravioli which was the best thing created.
becomebetty says
Hey Alek! I remember those chicken pot pie ravioli too. They were so amazing. I miss them too. I remember them being seasonal, but they've been gone for too long at this point. Thanks as always for stopping by!
Dagmar says
Oh my gosh...these sound yummy. I can't wait until I am not trapped by the snow storms to go to Trader Joe's again. I can definitely see this with a sauce made out of concentrated chicken broth, a little white wine, olive oil and butter.
becomebetty says
Hey Dag! I hope all is well with you and the storms you've been getting this winter. We got a couple inches here in NY, but it should be gone by tomorrow. I'd love to hear what you think of these when your local stores are stocked again.
Dagmar says
I finally got to Trader Joe's tonight and bought several of the items you suggested to include this pasta. And I wanted to specifically let you know that the rose oil is back! I bought one tonight and will certainly be going back for more before they d/c it again!
Leah says
Made it with this sauce. Delish! https://thekittchen.com/poblano-cream-sauce-2/
becomebetty says
Hey Leah! Great suggestion for a sauce to pair it with. Thanks so much for sharing!
Jennifer Sisson says
Wow. I was wondering what sauce to use. That poblano sauce sounds amazing. I was looking at another site and a woman made these ravioli with the TJs Mexican corn over the top and some type of creamed tomatillo salsa. Excellent site BTW.
becomebetty says
Hey Jennifer! Welcome! My readers are so good about answering the questions that maybe I didn't in the post. So if you have a different site you wanted to add that had an amazing sauce, just let me know. Thanks so much for taking the time out of your day to stop by and share. And thank you for your kind words.