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Teriyaki Pineapple Chicken Rice Stuffed Peppers

Delicious stuffed peppers filled with chicken, pineapple, and rice in a savory teriyaki sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 pound chicken, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and discard the seeds.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Introduce the diced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Stir in the cooked rice, pineapple chunks, and teriyaki sauce, mixing thoroughly.
  7. Season your filling with salt and pepper.
  8. Stuff each pepper with the chicken and rice mixture, pressing down slightly.
  9. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
  10. Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden.
  11. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite proteins or grains.

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