Greek Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Mediterranean-style Greek Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers
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Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

2 red bell peppers
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 lemon , juice of
1 cup black olives , pitted , preferably kalamata
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces feta cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
656
Sugar
7g
Fat
46g
Greek Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean. This recipe features juicy chicken seasoned with lemon, olives, and spices, stuffed inside roasted bell peppers and topped with crumbled feta cheese. These stuffed bell peppers are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, or can be made in advance for meal prep. They are also customizable, and can be filled with different types of protein and vegetables to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F
2.Cut off tops of bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
3.In a large bowl, combine chicken, lemon juice, olives, garlic powder, cumin, and salt. Mix well.
4.Stuff each bell pepper with chicken mixture.
5.Drizzle olive oil over the top of each stuffed pepper.
6.Crumble Feta cheese over the peppers.
7.Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and peppers are tender.

PROS

These bell peppers are a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy a Mediterranean-style meal.
They are packed with protein and vitamins, and can be customized with different spices and fillings.
They are also easy to make, and perfect for meal prep or leftovers.

CONS

Bell peppers can be slightly bitter and may not be appealing to everyone’s taste.
The stuffing in this recipe can also be slightly dry, so it is important to keep an eye on it to prevent overcooking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bell peppers are a great source of vitamin C and antioxidants. Chicken is a lean source of protein and can help with muscle growth and repair. Olives are a good source of healthy fats and can improve heart health. Feta cheese is a good source of calcium and can help with bone health.

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