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Mexican Stuffed Peppers
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13 INGREDIENTS • 8 STEPS • 1HR

Mexican Stuffed Peppers

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These yummy Mexican Stuffed Peppers are the perfect weeknight dinner! The peppers make a delicious edible bowl to fill with all kinds of protein and healthy toppings. Top them with lots of cheese.
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These yummy Mexican Stuffed Peppers are the perfect weeknight dinner! The peppers make a delicious edible bowl to fill with all kinds of protein and healthy toppings. Top them with lots of cheese.
1HR
Total Time
$3.82
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
4
US / Metric
Red Bell Pepper
4
Red Bell Peppers
or Green Bell Peppers
Chicken
1 cup
Cooked Shredded Chicken
Jalapeño Pepper
1
Jalapeño Pepper, finely chopped
Scallion
1 bunch
Scallion, sliced
Fresh Cilantro
1/4 cup
Lime
1
Lime, juiced
Corn
1 can
(15 oz)
Corn, drained
Black Beans
1 can
(15 oz)
Black Beans, drained
Diced Tomatoes
1 can
(14.5 oz)
Diced Tomatoes
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
2 Tbsp
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Salt
to taste
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
493
Fat
19.4 g
Protein
25.5 g
Carbs
60.2 g
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Author's Notes

Feel free to omit the jalapeño if you want, or add another - make them as spicy or mild as you like!
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step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Pour a 1/2-inch of water into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
step 2
Using a knife, cut a circle around the stems of the Red Bell Peppers (4), twist and remove. With a knife or side of a spoon, remove the ribs from the peppers. Rinse out seeds. Set aside.
step 3
Heat the Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (2 Tbsp) in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Jalapeño Pepper (1) and cook for 3 minutes, or until soft and fragrant.
step 3 Heat the Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (2 Tbsp) in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Jalapeño Pepper (1) and cook for 3 minutes, or until soft and fragrant.
step 4
Add the Chicken (1 cup), Corn (1 can), Black Beans (1 can), Diced Tomatoes (1 can), Scallion (1 bunch), Fresh Cilantro (1/4 cup), juice from the Lime (1), Salt (to taste), and Ground Black Pepper (to taste) to the skillet. Cook mixture over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
step 4 Add the Chicken (1 cup), Corn (1 can), Black Beans (1 can), Diced Tomatoes (1 can), Scallion (1 bunch), Fresh Cilantro (1/4 cup), juice from the Lime (1), Salt (to taste), and Ground Black Pepper (to taste) to the skillet. Cook mixture over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
step 5
Divide the mixture between the hollowed-out peppers. Place in the prepared baking dish.
step 5 Divide the mixture between the hollowed-out peppers. Place in the prepared baking dish.
step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
step 7
Sprinkle the Shredded Cheddar Cheese (1/2 cup) over tops of the peppers. Bake for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
step 8
Serve warm. Enjoy!
step 8 Serve warm. Enjoy!
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Beans & Legumes
American
Budget-Friendly
Gluten-Free
Lunch
Chicken
Shellfish-Free
Dinner
Summer
Vegetables
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