Description
These Tex-Mex Chicken Stuffed Peppers are a flavorful and healthy meal. Enjoy a combination of chicken, rice, and Tex-Mex spices in bell peppers.
Ingredients
- 4 bell peppers, any color
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
- Cook ground chicken in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in cooked rice, black beans, corn, salsa, and taco seasoning to the skillet with the chicken. Mix well.
- Stuff each bell pepper half with the chicken mixture.
- Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top of each pepper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until peppers are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt when serving.
- Adjust taco seasoning to your preference.
- Use ground turkey instead of chicken.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex