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Creamy Delight Chicken and Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers

Experience the delightful crunch of bell peppers filled to the brim with a savory mix of shredded chicken, cream cheese, and melted cheddar and Monterey Jack, made exciting with a kick of jalapeno and salsa. Perfect for a hearty dinner entrée or a color-packed party appetizer.
2
55 min
TOTAL TIME
303
CALORIES
$1.40
PER SERVING
Creamy Delight Chicken and Cheese Stuffed Bell Peppers
Directions
START WITH
15 min
PREP TIME
40 min
COOK TIME
55 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
PEPPERS PREPARATION
2
Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Arrange them in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
CHICKEN MIXTURE PREPARATION
3
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, finely chopped jalapeno, ground cumin, salt, and chunky salsa. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
FINISH WITH
4
Stuff each bell pepper half with an equal portion of the chicken and cheese mixture, pressing down lightly to compact it.
5
Bake the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
6
Remove from oven and let cool for about 5 minutes. Serve warm.
Health Info
Macros
6g
CARBS
20g
FAT
22g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
MEDITERRANEAN
LOW CARB
Contains these allergens
MILK
Frequently Asked Questions
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