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Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers Delight

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers is a delicious and healthy weeknight dinner option that's easy to customize.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers any variety
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken leftover grilled or rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Pineapple fresh chunks or canned (drained)
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice or substitute with quinoa
For Sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or sesame oil for extra flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes to taste
To Finish
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese optional
  • Green Onions or Pineapple Garnish for serving

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your baking dish and cutting board.
  2. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers, removing the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken, teriyaki sauce, pineapple, ginger, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir and cook for 5-6 minutes.
  5. Mix in the cooked rice until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Stuff the bell peppers with the filling, packing it in securely.
  7. Drizzle olive oil over the peppers, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Optional: Uncover the dish in the last 5 minutes and sprinkle cheese on top.
  9. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with green onions or pineapple before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These stuffed peppers can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for quick weeknight meals.

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