Mexican Stuffed Peppers

Name: Mexican Stuffed Peppers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 large bell peppers (any colors you like (our favorites were the red & green)); 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 pound ground chicken (or turkey (I used chicken)); 1 tablespoon ground chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with juices, 14 ounces); 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice (quinoa or cauliflower rice); 1 1/4 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack, pepper jack, cheddar, or similar cheese, divided (I used a mix)); Sliced avocado; Chopped fresh cilantro; Salsa; Sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt); Freshly squeezed lime juice

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:40min

Mexican Stuffed Peppers are one of our favorite easy, healthy dinners! Colorful bell peppers stuffed with authentic Mexican-spiced chicken, rice and cheese.

Updated at: Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:15:07 GMT