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Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers Delight

Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers are a flavorful, nutritious meal that embodies both sweet and savory elements.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bell Peppers
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers Any color, tops removed and seeds discarded.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Leftover rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 1/2 cup Teriyaki Sauce Substitute with soy sauce if needed.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Fresh or canned, diced.
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Can substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Use fresh ginger if available.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder dish.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Or substitute with sesame oil.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella/Cheddar Cheese Use dairy or dairy-free cheese.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Oven
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
  3. Sauté minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add shredded chicken, teriyaki sauce, pineapple, ginger, and red pepper flakes to skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes.
  5. Stir in cooked rice and season with salt and pepper. Heat through.
  6. Fill each bell pepper with the chicken and rice mixture.
  7. Drizzle with olive oil, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle cheese on top for the last 5 minutes of baking.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers are perfect for meal prep. You can assemble and refrigerate them up to two days ahead of baking.

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