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Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Stuffed Peppers for a Tropical Twist

Delicious Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Stuffed Peppers that turn a simple meal into a colorful feast, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers Crisp and colorful
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Diced Chicken Breast Lean protein
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Choose less sweet varieties
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Fluffy base
  • 1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce Opt for low-sodium
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For caramelizing
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Ginger Fresh
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Cheese (Mozzarella/Monterey Jack) For topping
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice off the tops of the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
  3. Brush the outsides and insides of the peppers with olive oil.
  4. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the diced chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Sauté onion, garlic, and grated ginger in the skillet until onion is translucent.
  6. Stir in pineapple, rice, teriyaki sauce, salt, and black pepper into the skillet and mix for 2 minutes.
  7. Add the cooked chicken to the filling mixture and stir until combined, heating for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. Fill each pepper with the chicken mixture and sprinkle cheese on top.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, uncovering and baking an additional 10 minutes.
  10. Garnish with sliced scallions before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize your filling based on your preference; substitute chicken with turkey or tofu.

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