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Mediterranean Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers

Mediterranean Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers for a Quick Healthy Meal

Mediterranean Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers are a quick, healthy, and colorful meal bursting with flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can be substituted with avocado oil
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes cherry tomatoes work as an alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 2 cups Cooked Diced Chicken using rotisserie chicken is recommended
  • 1 cup Marinated Artichoke Hearts use liquid for extra flavor
  • 1 cup Cauliflower Rice thawed and drained
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach kale can be used as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes store-bought is recommended
For Baking
  • 4 whole Bell Peppers red, yellow, or green

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • large sauté pan
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Microwave for about 4 minutes to soften.
  3. In a large sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in grape tomatoes, dried oregano, and basil. Cook for another minute.
  5. Add marinated artichoke hearts and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Allow to simmer for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Incorporate the cooked diced chicken and cauliflower rice, seasoning with salt and pepper. Let simmer for another minute.
  7. Gently fold in fresh spinach and cook for about 1 minute until wilted. Remove from heat.
  8. Stuff each bell pepper half with the savory mixture and place in a baking dish.
  9. Lightly spray the dish and bake for about 10 minutes until peppers are tender.
  10. Remove and let cool for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These peppers are customizable with different proteins or vegetables. Consider topping with crumbled feta for added flavor.

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