Chinese Chicken-Stuffed Bell Peppers

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 3
Chinese-style Chicken-Stuffed Bell Peppers for a healthy dinner
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 large sweet red peppers
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 garlic clove , minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
1 cup finely chopped chicken , skin removed before cooking
1 cup cooked rice
1/2 cup frozen English peas , thawed
1 egg , beaten
4 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
275
Sugar
4g
Fat
9g
This Chinese-inspired recipe is a great way to mix up your usual dinner rotation. The bell peppers are stuffed with a chicken and rice mixture, packed with flavors from sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Not only is this dish delicious, but it is also a great way to sneak in some vegetables and lean protein to your diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut the tops off the peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
2.Heat sesame oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic, ginger, carrot, and green onions until tender.
3.Add chicken and cook until no longer pink. Mix in rice, peas, egg, soy sauce, and salt.
4.Stuff pepper cavities with chicken mixture. Place peppers in a baking dish and brush with oil.
5.Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 20-25 minutes until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.

PROS

This dish is a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional stuffed peppers.

The ingredients are simple and easy to find in most grocery stores.

CONS

This recipe requires some preparation and cooking time, but the end result is worth it.

The soy sauce in this recipe contains a high amount of sodium, so those watching their salt intake should use it in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.
The red bell peppers are high in vitamin C and antioxidants that help protect against disease.
The chicken provides lean protein, and the brown rice and English peas will provide sustained energy throughout the day.

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