Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers Flavorful and Easy
Ingredients
- 4 medium bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- to taste salt and pepper
- for garnish fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked quinoa and marinara sauce to the skillet, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
- Remove from heat and stir in half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until melted and mixed through.
- Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each bell pepper, packing it lightly.
- Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of each pepper.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
💡 Chef's Notes
Garnish with fresh basil leaves for added flavor.