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Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers


  • Author: mia-harper
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful blend of savory chicken, juicy pineapple, and vibrant veggies stuffed into colorful bell peppers, perfect for a family dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 Bell peppers
  • 1 lb Chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup Pineapple chunks
  • 2 cups Rice, cooked
  • ½ cup Teriyaki sauce
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Carrot, diced
  • 2 Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  2. Sauté the chopped onions, minced garlic, and diced carrots in a skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add the diced chicken to the skillet and cook until golden and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the pineapple chunks and teriyaki sauce until well-coated, then mix in the cooked rice. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  6. Stuff each pepper with the chicken and rice mixture, pressing down slightly.
  7. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or jalapeños. You can substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different proteins.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg