Salsa Chicken Stuffed Peppers

The combination of tender chicken, fluffyrice, zesty salsa, and gooey cheese all stuffed inside a sweet bell pepper is irresistible.

Course Main Dish - Chicken

Cuisine American - Southwest

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings

Calories 311kcal

Author Marye Audet-White

Ingredients

3 bell peppers halved, seeds and ribs removed (color of your choice)
2 cups leftover rotisserie chicken breast shredded
2 cups cooked rice
½ cup salsa
½ cup sour cream
1 ½ cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
Fresh parsley or cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, cooked rice, salsa, sour cream, and 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese. Mix until well combined.
Spoon the chicken and rice mixture evenly into each bell pepper half, pressing down gently to pack the filling.
Place the stuffed peppers in a large baking dish, cut side up.
Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the stuffed peppers.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through.
Once the stuffed peppers are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Storage:

Store: place any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 or 4 days.

To freeze: place the stuffed peppers in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container and store for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before using.

To reheat: microwave for 1-2 minutes, or just until hot.

Tips:

- Save time: To save even more time, use microwaveable rice or leftover rice from a previous meal.

- Advance prep. If you're short on time, you can prepare the filling in advance and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to assemble and bake the stuffed peppers.

- Customize. Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients. You can add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, or any other veggies you like.

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