Description
Delicious Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers make a perfect weeknight meal with savory and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 units Bell Peppers (Substitute with poblano or other mild peppers for a twist.)
- 2 cups Shredded Chicken (Use leftover chicken to save time and effort.)
- 1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce (Swap with soy sauce mixed with honey if needed.)
- 1 cup Pineapple (Fresh or canned, diced. Diced mango is a delightful variation.)
- 1 cup Cooked Rice (Substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter option.)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (Sesame oil can enhance the Asian flavor.)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced garlic or garlic powder works as great alternatives.)
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger (Optional, use fresh ginger for a brighter taste.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (Optional, skip for a milder dish.)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your bell peppers by cutting off the tops and removing the seeds.
- Optionally, blanch the peppers in boiling water for about 3 minutes and then transfer them to an ice bath.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shredded chicken, teriyaki sauce, diced pineapple, and any optional ground ginger or red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Stuff the chicken and rice mixture into the prepared bell peppers and drizzle with a little olive oil.
- Bake the stuffed peppers in a baking dish covered with aluminum foil for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from oven, let cool slightly, garnish with fresh pineapple bits or green onions, and serve.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Rice