Stuffed Bell Peppers Chicken - Flavor Packed, Healthy Dinner
A delicious and healthy dinner featuring bell peppers stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken and cheese, baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Bell Peppers
- 4 large bell peppers, any color
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced thin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup diced tomatoes, drained
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese, optional
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Prepare peppers by cutting tops, removing seeds, and baking for 10 minutes.
- Cook onion and red bell pepper in olive oil until softened. Add shredded chicken, spices, and tomatoes; cook briefly. Stir in cilantro.
- Stuff partially baked peppers with chicken mixture. Top with cheese if desired.
- Bake stuffed peppers for 20-25 minutes until tender and golden. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a lower-fat option, skip the cheese or use a reduced-fat variety.