Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers with Spinach Salad & Tzatziki

Name: Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers with Spinach Salad & Tzatziki
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek, European
Ingredients: Ingredients:; Stuffed Peppers:; • 8 bell peppers, halved and seeded; • 2 lbs cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded; • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa; • 2 (15 oz) cans diced tomatoes, drained; • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese; • 1/2 cup chopped kalamata olives (optional); • 4 cloves garlic, minced; • 2 tsp dried oregano; • 1 tsp salt; • 1/2 tsp black pepper; • 2 tbsp olive oil (for filling); • 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing peppers); • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or basil (for garnish); Tzatziki Sauce:; • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat); • 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry; • 1 tbsp lemon juice; • 1 tbsp olive oil; • 1 clove garlic, minced; • 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried); • Salt & pepper to taste; Spinach Salad:; • 5 oz baby spinach; • 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced; • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; • Optional: slivered almonds or crumbled feta; Salad Dressing:

17 steps

Prep:25minCook:45min

A flavorful and balanced Mediterranean-style meal featuring stuffed bell peppers with herbed chicken and rice, served with a lemony spinach salad and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce.

Updated at: Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:15:28 GMT

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Instructions

Step 1

1. Start cooking the brown rice or quinoa:

Step 2

Follow package instructions — brown rice usually takes about 40–45 minutes, so get it going first. Use water or low-sodium broth for extra flavor. Set aside once done.

Step 3

2. Cook the chicken (if not already cooked):

Step 4

Place slightly frozen or thawed chicken breasts in a pot and cover with water or broth. Add salt, garlic, and optional herbs like bay leaf or onion for flavor. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, or until internal temp reaches 165°F. Let rest 5 minutes, then shred or dice.

Step 5

3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

4. Prep the bell peppers:

Step 7

Cut them in half lengthwise, remove seeds and membranes, and brush the inside and outside with olive oil. Place cut-side up in a large baking dish.

Step 8

5. Make the stuffing:

Step 9

In a large bowl, mix the cooked chicken, cooked rice, drained tomatoes, feta, olives, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and 2 tbsp olive oil.

Step 10

6. Stuff the peppers:

Step 11

Fill each pepper half with the mixture. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then uncover and bake for another 10–15 minutes until tender and slightly browned.

Step 12

7. Make the tzatziki sauce:

Step 13

Grate the cucumber and squeeze out moisture with a towel. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill in the fridge.

Step 14

8. Prep the salad:

Step 15

In a large bowl, combine spinach, cucumber slices, red onion, and chopped parsley. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss just before serving.

Step 16

9. Serve:

Step 17

Top the stuffed peppers with tzatziki and serve with a scoop of the lemon herb spinach salad on the side.