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Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A delicious and hearty stuffed pepper recipe filled with chicken, rice, and cheese, topped with crunchy crackers and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

Bell Peppers

  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot, diced
  • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 2.5 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 -3/4 cup water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • 4-5 whole wheat crackers crushed (or gluten-free crackers)
  • 1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Slice peppers, remove seeds, and place in a baking dish.
  • Cook shallot in olive oil until translucent, then add garlic and broccoli; cook until bright green.
  • Mix in chicken, rice, oregano, salt, pepper, and half the cheese; add water/broth as needed.
  • Fill peppers with mixture, top with remaining cheese, cover with foil, and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 15-20 minutes until peppers are soft.
  • Top with crushed crackers and parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, use freshly grated cheese and fresh herbs.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, stuffed peppers