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Mediterranean Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers

Mediterranean Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers for a Flavorful Feast

A delightful recipe for Mediterranean Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers, brimming with flavor and healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 127
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Diced regular tomatoes can be swapped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, but powdered can work.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can be used if available.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can be an alternative.
  • 2 cups Cooked Diced Chicken Rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • 1 cup Marinated Artichoke Hearts Regular artichokes with lemon juice are a great substitute.
  • 1 cup Cauliflower Rice Frozen cauliflower rice is a convenient option.
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach Kale or Swiss chard can be used instead.
  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used, but the taste will differ.
For the Peppers
  • 4 pieces Sweet Peppers Green bell peppers can be used.

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • microwave
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients while the oven warms up.
  2. Slice the sweet peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Microwave for 4 minutes on high.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  4. Add halved grape tomatoes, dried oregano, and dried basil to the skillet. Sauté for another minute.
  5. Mix in marinated artichoke hearts and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, letting it simmer for a minute.
  6. Stir in cooked diced chicken and cauliflower rice, allowing to simmer for another minute.
  7. Add fresh baby spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted.
  8. Fill the softened pepper halves with the chicken filling, packing them well.
  9. Lightly spray a baking dish and place the stuffed peppers inside. Bake for about 10 minutes.
  10. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 127kcalCarbohydrates: 4.2gProtein: 15gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients enhances the flavors. Don't overcook the peppers to maintain their shape.

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