Description
Experience the perfect blend of flavors and festive fun with these Shredded Chicken & Rice Stuffed Peppers! Juicy shredded chicken mixed with fluffy rice, seasoned to perfection, is stuffed inside colorful bell peppers and topped with gooey cheese. This dish is ideal for Halloween parties or cozy family dinners, delivering a delightful presentation that will leave everyone smiling. Packed with nutrients and customizable for various tastes, these stuffed peppers are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bell peppers (red, orange, or yellow)
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 2 tsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice tops off bell peppers and remove seeds. Arrange upright in a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side).
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, taco seasoning, and half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Fill each pepper with the chicken-rice mixture; pack it in gently.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg