Healthy Chicken Stuffed Peppers – Creamy, Flavorful, and Family-Friendly
This delicious and nutritious stuffed peppers recipe combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, and vibrant salsa verde for a family-friendly meal that's both satisfying and light.
Ingredients
Preparation
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced) (Prepare and measure everything before assembling.)
- 3 pieces bell peppers (any color, halved and seeds removed) (Bell peppers act as an edible bowl and add natural sweetness.)
- 2 scallions scallions (finely sliced)
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese (softened) (Reduced-fat cheeses keep the dish creamy yet lighter.)
- 4 oz reduced-fat cheddar cheese (grated) (Reduced-fat cheeses keep the dish creamy yet lighter.)
- 0.5 cup salsa verde (Salsa verde adds brightness and moisture without heaviness.)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix shredded chicken, scallions, cream cheese, cheddar, salsa verde, paprika, and onion powder.
- Stuff the mixture into halved bell peppers.
- Place stuffed peppers on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional scallions if desired.
Notes
This dish is quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy family dinner.