Ingredients
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Before diving into the preparation of these mouthwatering stuffed bell peppers, gather the following ingredients:
- 4 bell peppers (any color)
- 2 cups cooked rice (or quinoa)
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken (or turkey)
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating this delicious dish is straightforward and can be done in just a few steps. Follow these simple instructions to prepare your Ham and Cheddar Stuffed Bell Peppers:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the bell peppers by cutting the tops off and removing the seeds. Ensure they are clean and ready to be filled.
- In a large bowl, mix together:
- Cooked rice (or quinoa)
- Diced chicken (or turkey)
- Half of the shredded cheddar cheese
- Diced onions
- Corn
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- Stuff the bell peppers generously with the rice and chicken mixture.
- Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g