Recipe For Stuffed Peppers With Ground Chicken And Rice

April 05, 2023 Post a Comment

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Easy Meat & Rice Stuffed Peppers (video) Tatyanas Everyday Food from tatyanaseverydayfood.com

Description

Stuffed peppers are a classic dish that are always a hit at dinner parties, family gatherings, or just for a weeknight dinner. This recipe combines ground chicken and rice, creating a delicious and nutritious meal that's both easy to prepare and incredibly tasty. The aroma of baked peppers and savory filling will make your mouth water, and the combination of flavors will leave your taste buds craving for more.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 45 minutes.

Ingredients

6 large bell peppers, any color
1 lb ground chicken
1 cup cooked rice
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced carrots
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheese

Equipment

Large pot
Baking dish
Frying pan
Knife
Cutting board
Spatula
Spoon

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. 2. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place them in a large pot of boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. 3. In a frying pan over medium heat, cook the ground chicken until browned, stirring frequently. Drain and set aside. 4. In the same pan, sauté the onions, celery, carrots, and garlic until tender. 5. Add the cooked chicken, rice, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 6. Stuff the mixture into the bell peppers and place them in a baking dish. 7. Bake for 30 minutes. 8. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the peppers and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. 9. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe can be easily customized by adding different vegetables or spices. You can also use ground beef, turkey or pork instead of chicken.

Nutrition Info

Each serving of stuffed peppers contains approximately 250 calories, 10g fat, 20g protein, and 20g carbohydrates.

Recipe Tips

Be sure to use a baking dish that's large enough to hold all the stuffed peppers. If you have any leftover mixture, you can use it to make an additional pepper or save it for another meal. The peppers can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking. To save time, you can also use precooked rice or a rice cooker to prepare the rice. Enjoy this delicious and easy recipe with your family and friends!