Chicken Stuffed Peppers Recipe
Chicken Stuffed Peppers are a warm, healthy, and delicious meal for any day. They are colorful, juicy, and full of flavor. This Chicken Stuffed Peppers Recipe uses simple ingredients and easy steps.
Ingredients
- 6 large bell peppers
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Peppers
- Cut the tops off the peppers and remove all seeds inside using your hands or a small spoon.
Cook the Onion
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook diced onion until soft and slightly golden with gentle stirring.
Add the Garlic
- Add the minced garlic and cook for a few seconds until fragrant without burning it or browning too fast.
Add the Chicken
- Add the cooked shredded chicken to the skillet and mix well until the chicken absorbs the onion flavors.
Add the Seasoning
- Add paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper, then stir slowly to coat everything evenly.
Add Tomato Sauce
- Pour tomato sauce into the skillet and mix until the chicken mixture becomes thick, juicy, and well combined.
Add the Rice
- Mix in the cooked rice gently so the filling becomes firm and easy to pack inside the peppers.
Prepare the Peppers for Filling
- Place the cleaned peppers upright in a baking dish so they stand straight and steady for filling.
Fill the Peppers
- Spoon the chicken mixture into each pepper until full, pressing slightly to make a compact filling.
Add Cheese
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each pepper to add a creamy and delicious melted layer.
Add Water to Dish
- Pour a small amount of water into the bottom of the baking dish to help soften the peppers during baking.
Bake the Peppers
- Bake the stuffed peppers in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for about thirty-five minutes.
Check Softness
- Check if the peppers are soft and the cheese on top is melted perfectly with a golden touch.
Let Them Cool
- Remove the dish from the oven and allow the peppers to cool slightly before serving them warm.
Notes
- Use leftover chicken to save time.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Swap rice with quinoa for more protein.
- Use different pepper colors for a bright and fun look.
- Add more vegetables like corn, spinach, or mushrooms to the filling.
- Use mozzarella, cheddar, or pepper jack cheese for different flavors.
- Add black beans for a hearty and fiber-rich variation.