#Parmesan Chicken Stuffed Peppers Recipe
Prep time: 15 Minutes
Bake time: 35 Minutes
Total time: 50 Minutes
Servings: 4
#Introduction
Bring some joy to your dinner table with these nutritious and flavorful parmesan chicken stuffed peppers. They are not only mouth-watering but also packed with great nutrients to kick start your dinner on a high note. Give them a shot and experience the magic of elevated homemade cooking.
#Why Make This Recipe
Making parmesan chicken stuffed peppers presents a great opportunity to unleash your kitchen skills. The wholesome meal is not only full of color but comes packed with different flavors to tickle your taste buds. It’s a one-pot dish that requires minimal clean up and perfect for those busy weeknights.
#How to Make Parmesan Chicken Stuffed Peppers
The process of making parmesan chicken stuffed peppers is a breeze. It begins with prepping your bell peppers, cooking the chicken, preparing the mixture and wrapping it all up with baking. Here is a step by step guide on how to achieve this:
#Ingredients:
– 4 large bell peppers (any color)
– 1 lb ground chicken
– 1 cup cooked rice
– 1 cup marinara sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp Italian seasoning
– salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– fresh basil for garnish (optional)
#Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off your bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes, then drizzle them with olive oil and place in a baking dish.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add onion and garlic and sauté until fragrant.
4. Add in your ground chicken, season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning and cook until it browns.
5. In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, rice, marinara sauce, mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan cheese and stir until well mixed.
6. Fill each bell pepper with the chicken and rice mixture, top with remaining Parmesan cheese.
7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Garnish the peppers with fresh basil and serve.
#How to Serve Parmesan Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Parmesan chicken stuffed peppers are best served hot, fresh out of the oven. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for an added flavor punch. These peppers pair excellently with a simple side salad or a piece of crusty bread.
#How to Store Parmesan Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Parmesan chicken stuffed peppers can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
#Tips To Make Parmesan Chicken Stuffed Peppers
1. Use different colored bell peppers to make the dish more visually appealing.
2. For a spicier kick, you can include some red pepper flakes into your chicken and rice mixture.
3. To ensure the bell peppers maintains their shape while baking, choose peppers that are roughly the same size.
#Variation (If Any)
For a vegetarian alternative, swap the ground chicken with a plant-based substitute or add more veggies such as mushrooms or diced zucchini.
#FAQs
1. **Can I use a different type of cheese?**
Yes, you can substitute Parmesan cheese with other types of sharp, hard cheese such as Asiago or Romano.
2. **Can I add more veggies into the mix?**
Yes, you can add chopped spinach, diced zucchini, or even small broccoli florets for added nutrition.
3. **Is it freezer-friendly?**
Yes, the stuffed peppers can be assembled and frozen for 1-2 months. When ready to eat, bake from frozen at 375°F (190°C) for about 50 minutes.