Monday, March 2, 2015

White Bean and Chicken Stuffed Peppers



Chicken and White Bean Stuffed Peppers (adapted from skinnytaste.com recipe):
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup of cilantro
  • 2 bell peppers
  • 14 oz shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • adobo to taste
  • 15.5 oz can white beans
  • about 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
Directions: 
In a medium pan, heat oil on medium heat. Add chopped onions, garlic, and cilantro. Saute until soft, about a minute. Add chicken and season with cumin and adoboAdd beans and about 1 cup of chicken broth and simmer for about 5-10 minutes, until it thickens and the liquid reduces. Adjust spices to taste.

Preheat oven to 350°. Cut peppers in half removing seeds and stem. Place peppers in an oven-proof dish. Fill each pepper with about 1 Tbsp of cheese, then 1/3 cup of chicken and bean mixture. Pour about 1/3 cup water or chicken broth on the bottom of the dish. Cover tight with foil.Bake 30 minutes at 350°. Remove foil, top with remaining cheese and bake uncovered another 5 minutes.

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