Grilled Chicken and Rice–Filled Bell Peppers
Grilled Chicken and Rice–Filled Bell Peppers balance smoky chicken with tender brown rice, tomatoes with green chiles, and a touch of taco seasoning for warm, layered heat. Melted Mexican-blend cheese ties everything together inside juicy peppers, offering a satisfying bite in every forkful. Serve for a weeknight dinner or casual weekend gathering when you want something hearty yet bright.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Set the green peppers in a baking dish with 1/8 cup water in the bottom.
- 2
Bake in the preheated oven until the peppers are slightly browned around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes.
- 3
While the peppers bake, whisk 1/4 cup water and 2 tablespoons taco seasoning in a small bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- 4
Combine the remaining 1 cup water and the rice in a pot over high heat; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the remaining taco seasoning and let sit, covered, until tender, about 15 minutes more. Remove the lid, drain any remaining liquid, and set aside.
- 5
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 6
Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and place it on the preheated grill along with the pepper slices. Cook the chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 to 7 minutes per side; an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Grill the peppers until tender, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- 7
Take the chicken and peppers off the grill and let them cool. Shred the chicken and dice the peppers.
- 8
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic; cook, stirring, until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the cooked rice, shredded chicken, diced peppers, diced tomatoes and green chiles, 1/2 of the cheese, and garlic salt; stir until well combined. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 5 minutes.
- 9
Spoon the rice mixture into the green peppers. Top with the remaining cheese.
- 10
Return to the oven until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
- Calories 811.42 kcal High
- Protein 37.74 g Good Source
- Carbs 108.17 g Moderate
- Total Fat 29.14 g High
- Saturated Fat 6.77 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 65.73 mg High
- Sodium 1172.0 mg High
- Fiber 23.0 g Good Source
- Sugar 30.78 g High
- Added Sugar 5.33 g Moderate
- Calcium 261.19 mg Good Source
- Iron 7.78 mg Good Source
- Potassium 2619.88 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 849.54 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 63.09 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.14 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Grilled Chicken and Rice Filled Bell Peppers is a Tex Mex dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 30 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brown Rice, Chicken Breast, Diced Onion, and Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies. Each serving provides about 811.42 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Chicken and Rice–Filled Bell Peppers?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Grilled Chicken and Rice–Filled Bell Peppers made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Rice, Chicken Breast, Diced Onion, Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, Garlic Salt. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Grilled Chicken and Rice–Filled Bell Peppers?
- Explore these Tex-Mex side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Chicken and Rice–Filled Bell Peppers?
- About 1 hr 30 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 811.42 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Chicken and Rice–Filled Bell Peppers easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 10 steps.
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