Simple White Chicken Stuffed Peppers
A delicious recipe for stuffed peppers filled with chicken and spices.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb ground chicken or turkey can be used for a leaner option
- 4 large bell peppers any color works well
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown can be used
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded; optional for topping
- 0.5 cup salsa for extra flavor
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking the chicken
- 1 tsp garlic powder or fresh garlic to taste
- 1 tsp onion powder adds depth of flavor
- 1 tsp cumin for a warm spice note
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground for best flavor
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the ground chicken until browned.
- Add rice, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Stuff the mixture into each bell pepper and place them in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the stuffed peppers if desired.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of sour cream or avocado for a creamy touch.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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