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Greek Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Delicious Greek Chicken Stuffed Peppers for a Family Feast

Discover vibrant Greek Chicken Stuffed Peppers, a wholesome meal featuring ground chicken, feta, and olives, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups White Rice uncooked
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Breast or ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning or fresh herbs
  • 1 medium Red Onion or yellow onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh
  • 1 medium Zucchini or yellow squash
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives pitted
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill or parsley/oregano
For Baking
  • 4 large Bell Peppers any color
  • 1/2 cup Water
For Serving
  • 2 pieces Lemon Wedges

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the white rice according to package instructions.
  2. Halve the bell peppers lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes. Place cut side up in a baking dish.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in Italian seasoning, red onion, garlic, and zucchini. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice with the chicken mixture. Fold in tomatoes, olives, cheese, and dill.
  6. Stuff each bell pepper half generously with the filling. Sprinkle more feta and dill on top if desired.
  7. Pour water into the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 40-45 minutes until peppers are tender.
  8. Serve warm with lemon wedges for an added zing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 140mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These stuffed peppers can be customized with various proteins and grains to suit dietary preferences.

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