Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers

Here’s a delicious recipe for Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers:

Ingredients:

• 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), tops cut off and seeds removed
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
• 1 cup marinara sauce (plus extra for serving)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup cooked rice (optional, for added texture)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Peppers:
   • Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
   • Drizzle the inside of each pepper with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, marinara sauce, ½ cup of the mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup of the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and cooked rice (if using).
   • Mix until everything is well combined.
4. Stuff the Peppers:
   • Spoon the chicken mixture into each prepared bell pepper, filling them to the top.
   • Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
5. Bake:
   • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
   • Remove the foil and top each pepper with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
   • Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
   • Serve hot with extra marinara sauce on the side.

Enjoy your Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Peppers!