Description
Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers are a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken, tangy marinara, and melty cheese, all nestled inside perfectly roasted bell peppers. This fun and healthy twist on a classic favorite is not only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, these stuffed peppers are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown (6-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and marinara sauce until well combined; remove from heat.
- Hollow out the bell peppers by removing seeds and membranes; fill each pepper with the chicken mixture.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese; drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake upright for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg