Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers
You are going to love the Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers! An easy family dinner on the busy weeknights, they are healthy, low carb and so easy to make with just a couple minutes of prep!
Servings 4 people
Calories 433kcal
Ingredients
- 4 bell peppers halved with seeds removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 15- ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 cup white rice cooked
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and grease a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place the peppers in an even layer on the baking sheet and brush the tops with one tablespoon olive oil. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Place in the oven to bake for 20 minutes.
- While the peppers are pre-baking, heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until tender.
- When the onions are finished cooking, add the chicken, Italian seasoning, and tomato sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat and stir in the cooked rice and one cup of mozzarella cheese.
- Take the peppers out of the oven and fill each pepper with the chicken mixture.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- Cover and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the cover and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 433kcal