Description

This Chicken Stuffed Peppers recipe offers a flavorful, comforting dinner that is simple to prepare in under 45 minutes. Filled with tender smoked turkey, lean ground chicken, fresh vegetables, basmati rice, and creamy plant-based cheese, these vibrant bell peppers provide a nutritious and satisfying meal perfect for family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
1/2 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup smoked turkey, diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic (natural), minced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup cooked basmati rice
1/2 cup tomato sauce (natural)
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
1 cup shredded plant-based cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil

Seasonings & Herbs

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the Peppers: Wash bell peppers thoroughly. Cut off the tops and gently remove the seeds and membranes to create a cavity for stuffing. Set aside to dry.
Cook the Filling: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the finely chopped onions and minced garlic (natural) until soft and fragrant. Add ground chicken and diced smoked turkey, cooking until browned and cooked through. Stir in diced zucchini, cooked basmati rice, tomato sauce (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar (natural), ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for a few more minutes to meld the flavors.
Stuff the Peppers: Using a large spoon, fill each hollowed pepper evenly with the hot filling mixture. Top each with shredded plant-based cheese.
Bake to Perfection: Place stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish and cover loosely with foil. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Garnish and Serve: Let the peppers rest for a few minutes after baking. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving for a fresh herbal touch.

Notes

Choose peppers of similar size to ensure even cooking.
If the filling is too wet, simmer longer to evaporate excess moisture for a firmer texture.
Add plant-based cheese topping near the end of baking to avoid over-browning.
Season the filling generously at multiple stages for deeper flavor.
Allow stuffed peppers to rest a few minutes before serving to settle flavors.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 480 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: chicken stuffed peppers, smoked turkey, plant-based cheese, gluten free, baked stuffed peppers, healthy dinner