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Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken & Rice Stuffed Peppers

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken & Rice Stuffed Peppers Bliss

A vibrant Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken & Rice Stuffed Peppers recipe that brings tropical sunshine to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 whole Bell Peppers Can substitute with zucchini or eggplant.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Swap for ground turkey, beef, shrimp, or tofu for vegetarian version.
  • 1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce Can make your own with soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks Use fresh or canned, drain canned first.
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Consider using quinoa or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup Cheese Optional, try mozzarella or cheddar, or skip for dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley Can substitute scallions or basil.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Spoon
  • measuring cups

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the bell peppers by slicing off their tops and removing seeds.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of cooking oil and sauté the filling ingredients (cook chicken, teriyaki sauce, pineapple, and rice) for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Fill each pepper with the warm filling mixture, tightly packing it in.
  4. Place filled peppers in a baking dish with a quarter cup of water, cover, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the tops to brown.
  6. Cool slightly, garnish with cilantro or parsley, and serve with additional teriyaki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Expert tips include packing the filling tightly, steaming the peppers with water, adjusting teriyaki sauce for moisture, choosing firm bell peppers, and experimenting with proteins.

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