How to Make Peppers Stuffed with Chicken and Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Stuffed peppers are a classic dish that is both delicious and satisfying. This recipe for Peppers Stuffed with Chicken and Rice takes the traditional stuffed pepper to a whole new level with its flavorful filling and colorful presentation. Whether you are looking for a tasty weeknight meal or an impressive dish for entertaining, these stuffed peppers are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

The combination of tender chicken, savory rice, and a blend of herbs and spices create a...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large green bell peppers
  • ½ pound ground chicken
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 stuffed peppers

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cut tops off green peppers and place peppers in a baking pan. Dice any pepper flesh surrounding stems; set aside. Discard seeds and stems.
  • Mix ground chicken, rice, onion, garlic, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl. Mix in diced peppers.
  • Scoop chicken mixture into the green peppers and cover with tomato sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Top peppers with mozzarella cheese and continue to bake until filling is cooked through and cheese is golden, about 15 minutes longer.
  • Nutrition

    409 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 1566mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Vitamin C: 144mg
    • Calcium: 394mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1087mg