Mexican Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Mexican Chicken Stuffed Peppers
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 50 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 10 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    12

Embark on a culinary adventure with our Mexican Chicken Stuffed Peppers! Vibrant bell peppers cradle a savory, spice-infused chicken filling, simmered in a rich tomato and chickpea sauce. Topped with melted Mexican cheese and fluffy rice, this dish is a fiesta for your taste buds!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    54 g
  • Cholesterol
    40 mg
  • Fiber
    8 g
  • Protein
    22 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    1044 mg
  • Sugar
    12 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
0 mins

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x12-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

02

Step
0 mins

Rub the red, yellow, and orange bell peppers with barbeque rub; arrange in the baking dish.

03

Step
5 mins

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken, onion, green chile pepper, jalapeno pepper, turmeric, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper until chicken and onion are lightly browned.

04

Step
45 mins

Add beer to chicken mixture; reduce heat to low, cover skillet, and simmer until beer is reduced by half and chicken is cooked through.

05

Step
0 mins

Fill bell peppers with chicken mixture. Pour stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chickpeas into the baking dish, around the bell peppers. Cover dish with aluminum foil.

06

Step
45 mins

Bake in the preheated oven.

07

Step
15 mins

Remove aluminum foil and add rice and Mexican cheese blend on top of the tomato mixture around the bell peppers; continue cooking until cheese is golden brown.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider charring the bell peppers under a broiler before stuffing. This adds a smoky depth to the dish.
Feel free to substitute the chicken with ground turkey or beef for a different take on this classic recipe.
To add a bit of zest, squeeze some lime juice over the stuffed peppers before serving.

Angelica Webermurray

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.5/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Hildegard Kilback

    Instructions are super clear and easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me.

  • Khalil Breitenberg

    The simmering step really makes a difference in the flavor. Don't skip it!

  • Dallin Cummerata

    I used poblano peppers instead of jalapenos for a milder heat, and it was still fantastic.

  • Porter Tillman

    I added a can of black beans to the chicken mixture for extra protein and fiber.

  • Vicente Mills

    The barbeque rub on the peppers was a brilliant touch! It added a smoky sweetness that complemented the other flavors.

  • Verner Roberts

    Next time, I'll double the recipe so I have leftovers!

  • Danny Schmidt

    Absolutely delicious! The flavors melded together perfectly, and the peppers were so tender.

  • Elenora Labadie

    This recipe is a keeper! My family loved it, even my picky eaters.

  • Arvel Tillman

    I tried it with both chicken and ground turkey, and both were great!

  • Kathlyn Williamson

    A new favorite in our household!

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