Halal Stuffed Peppers with Spiced Chicken

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 4 large bell peppers, cut off the tops and remove the seeds
• 1 pound ground chicken, none
• 1 small onion, diced, none
• 2 cloves garlic, minced, none
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin, none
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander, none
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika, none
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, none
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, none
• To taste Salt and pepper to taste, none
• 1 cup cooked rice, none
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, none
• To taste Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish), none

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2.In a large skillet, cook the ground chicken over medium heat until browned. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook until the onion is softened and the spices are fragrant.
3. 3.Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cooked rice. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
4. 4.Place the bell peppers in a baking dish and fill each pepper with the chicken and rice mixture. Top each pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese.
5. 5.Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. 6.Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
7. 7.Enjoy these delicious Halal Stuffed Peppers with Spiced Chicken!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightYou can use any color of bell peppers for this recipe, but I love the vibrant colors of red, yellow, and orange.
• chevron_rightFeel free to adjust the spiciness of the filling by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
• chevron_rightServe these stuffed peppers with a side of salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.