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Mexican Stuffed Peppers

13 INGREDIENTS • 8 STEPS • 1HR

Mexican Stuffed Peppers

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4.3
9 ratings
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
4 Tbsp
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 (4 Tbsp), 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 (4 Tbsp), 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
Comfort Food
Chicken
Cinco de Mayo
Healthy
Shellfish-Free
Kid-Friendly
Dinner
Mexican
Summer
Vegetables
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