Creamy Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Creamy Chicken Stuffed Peppers are the ultimate comfort food, offering a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will warm your heart. Imagine tender bell peppers filled with savory shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and a hint of spice—all baked to perfection. This dish is not only satisfying but also versatile enough for both busy weeknights and family gatherings. Low in carbs and high in protein, these stuffed peppers cater to health-conscious eaters without compromising on taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 bell peppers (halved, seeds and ribs removed)
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded)
- 1/2 cup salsa verde
- 4 oz reduced fat cream cheese
- 4 oz reduced fat cheddar cheese (grated)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 scallions (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F.
- Halve bell peppers lengthwise and remove seeds and ribs.
- In a bowl, combine paprika, onion powder, cream cheese, salsa verde, and 3 ounces of cheddar cheese.
- Fold in shredded chicken breast and chopped scallions until well mixed.
- Fill each pepper half with the mixture evenly.
- Top with the reserved ounce of cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes to an hour until peppers are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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