Description
Greek Chicken Stuffed Peppers are a delightful Mediterranean dish that combines vibrant bell peppers with a savory filling of chicken, feta, and herbs. Perfect for family dinners or celebrations, these colorful bundles offer a burst of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, this recipe makes mealtime an enjoyable experience for everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (red or yellow)
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking dish by lining it with foil or lightly greasing it.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Chop the tops and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper, and cook until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes).
- Sauté chopped onions (from the tops) and minced garlic in the same skillet until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, combine cooked chicken, rice or quinoa, feta cheese, oregano, and half of the tomato sauce. Mix well.
- Stuff each bell pepper with the chicken mixture and place them upright in the baking dish. Pour remaining tomato sauce over each pepper.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes until peppers are tender. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes for a golden finish.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg