Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers
A delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, these stuffed peppers filled with chicken, rice, and pineapple are healthy, filling, and colorful, making them perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Chicken and Filling
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (shredded)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1/2 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- to taste salt and pepper
Peppers
- 4 large bell peppers (any color), tops cut off and seeds removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling)
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional) for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds. Optionally, blanch the peppers for 5–6 minutes in boiling water. Then, place them in a baking dish.
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken, teriyaki sauce, diced pineapple, ground ginger, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 5–6 minutes, stirring well.
- Stir in the cooked rice until everything is combined nicely.
- Fill each bell pepper with the chicken and rice mixture, pressing it down gently to fit.
- Drizzle olive oil on top of each stuffed pepper.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes. For a crispier top, uncover and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- If you’re using cheese, sprinkle it on top during the last 5 minutes of baking and let it melt.
- Let the peppers cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra pineapple or chopped green onions if you like.
Notes
Store any leftover stuffed peppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. They can be reheated in the microwave or oven. For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in teriyaki sauce before cooking. You can add other vegetables like shredded carrots or chopped green onions into the filling for added nutrition. If you want a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add some chopped jalapeños.