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Chicken Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Chicken Stuffed Peppers Recipe
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Chicken Stuffed Peppers are a delicious dish featuring a fajita-style mix of onions, garlic, Tex-Mex spices, and chicken, all topped with melted cheese in baked bell peppers.

Ingredients

For the Stuffed Peppers:

  • 3 green bell peppers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup precooked rice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream, for serving
  • Pico de gallo, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Prepare the peppers by cutting them in half lengthwise and removing the seeds and membrane. Place them in a baking dish, cut side up.
  2. Cook the Filling: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic, chicken, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is done, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add Rice and Flavorings: Stir in rice, cilantro, and lime juice. Heat through for about 2 minutes.
  4. Stuff Peppers: Fill pepper halves with the chicken and rice mixture. Pour water into the baking dish around the peppers, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Final Baking: Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top of the peppers, and bake for another 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
  6. Serve: Top with pico de gallo and sour cream before serving.

Notes

  • Quantity: Recipe yields enough for 6 pepper halves.
  • Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
  • Freezing Instructions: Baked stuffed peppers can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat at 350°F.
  • Make Ahead Tips: Prepare the filling in advance or use cooked rice for quicker assembly.
  • Substitutes: Options include using different colored peppers, alternative proteins, and rice substitutes like cauliflower rice or quinoa.

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