Chicken and Orzo–Stuffed Bell Peppers
Chicken and Orzo–Stuffed Bell Peppers balance tender pasta and juicy chicken with sweet roasted peppers, lifted by cumin, garlic, and a nutty Parmesan finish. A quick sauté of portobello mushrooms and green onions adds earthy depth and freshness. Serve this colorful bake for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want a hearty, all-in-one dish.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chicken and Orzo–Stuffed Bell Peppers, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 21 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 54 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 37
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 42
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 38
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2
Coat the insides of the bell pepper halves with cooking spray; place them on a baking sheet.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven until slightly tender, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- 5
Add 3 green onions and the garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 6
Add the chicken, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and the cumin; cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 4 to 5 minutes.
- 7
Add the chicken broth and the orzo; simmer until the orzo is cooked through but slightly firm and the broth is absorbed, about 11 minutes.
- 8
Spoon the chicken-orzo mixture into the bell peppers; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- 9
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, about 7 minutes.
- 10
Heat 1 teaspoon oil and 1 teaspoon butter in the same skillet.
- 11
Add the portobello mushrooms and 1 green onion; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 12
Season with salt and black pepper; spoon about 2 tablespoons onto each stuffed pepper.
- Calories 637.9 kcal High 32%
- Protein 29.85 g Good Source 60%
- Carbohydrate 49.8 g 18%
- Total Fat 36.33 g High 47%
- Saturated Fat 5.05 g High 25%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 65.64 mg High 22%
- Sodium 504.56 mg High 22%
- Dietary Fiber 5.5 g Moderate 20%
- Total Sugars 6.45 g --
- Added Sugars 0.24 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 99.59 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 3.6 mg Good Source 20%
- Potassium 563.51 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 165.95 mcg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin C 42.33 mg Good Source 47%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Chicken and Orzo Stuffed Bell Peppers is made with 16 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 55 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Breast, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 637.9 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chicken and Orzo–Stuffed Bell Peppers made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth, Cooking Spray. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chicken and Orzo–Stuffed Bell Peppers?
- About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 637.9 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chicken and Orzo–Stuffed Bell Peppers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 12 steps.
- Is Chicken and Orzo–Stuffed Bell Peppers healthy?
- Chicken and Orzo–Stuffed Bell Peppers has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 637.9 calories and 29.85 g of protein, or 60% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 504.56 mg (22% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.05 g (25% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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