Fajita Chicken Stuffed Peppers: A Colorful and Flavorful Healthy Dinner
By Ethan Parker
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min
Servings
6
The cooking method for Fajita Chicken Stuffed Peppers helps retain color and nutrients in the food. Stuffed bell peppers include chicken and onion filling and mozzarella cheese. Fajita Chicken Stuffed Peppers make a healthy, hearty meal.
Fresh bell peppers and chicken cooked with a homemade fajita seasoning mixture add flavor to this recipe. Bell peppers in bright colors look good and have other health benefits. This recipe is both tasty and nutritious.
Test the peppers while cooking to see if they are soft and can be easily pierced with a fork. Also test how well the cheese topping melts. Challenges of cooking this recipe include overcooking the chicken before stuffing it into peppers. Strategies to prevent overcooked chicken include aiming for perfectly cooked chicken to maintain moistness.
Serve stuffed peppers with lime, cilantro, and avocado slices for added flavor and texture. Stuffed peppers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and reheated. Stuffed peppers are easy meal-preparation items.
What makes this special
- Filled with chicken and vegetables seasoned with various spices, this dish is high in nutrients and calories. Sliced bell peppers provide nutrients and color.
- Stuffed peppers can be prepared with chicken or other meat fillings and vegetarian fillings and other ingredients. All guests at the meal should be able to eat something.
- Precooking the filling ensures it is tender and tasty. This prevents the filling from being undercooked or tough.
- Making your own fajita seasoning allows you to adjust the spiciness to suit your taste preferences. You can make it milder or stronger.
- The recipe comes together in about 45 minutes and is ideal for weeknight family meals because of its good flavor and appearance.
Ingredients
- •2 red bell peppers (sliced in half lengthwise)
- •2 yellow bell peppers (sliced in half lengthwise)
- •2 pounds boneless chicken breast (diced)
- •3 yellow onions (diced)
- •2 tablespoons olive oil
- •½ cup mozzarella cheese (diced or shredded)
- •½ teaspoon chili flakes
- •1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- •1 teaspoon garlic powder
- •1 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1 teaspoon paprika
- •½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •2 limes (sliced)
- •1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (chopped)
- •1 large avocado (diced)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F.
- 2
Slice red bell peppers in halves and do not remove their stems.
- 3
Place red bell peppers, empty side down, and cook for 15 minutes or until softened.
- 4
Chop chicken into small pieces and set aside.
- 5
Dice the onions and set aside.
- 6
Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat.
- 7
Add onions to skillet and stir until golden and translucent.
- 8
Add chicken and stir until fully cooked.
- 9
Season chicken with homemade fajita seasoning and remove from heat.
- 10
Turn peppers up and divide the filling among them.
- 11
Top each pepper with mozzarella cheese.
- 12
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until peppers are fork-tender.
- 13
Serve warm with diced avocado, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro on top.
FAQ
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
351
Protein
37g
Fat
16g
Carbs
17g
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