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Jack-O-Lantern Stuffed Peppers

Jack-O-Lantern Stuffed Peppers for a Spooky Delicious Feast

Enjoy festive Jack-O-Lantern Stuffed Peppers, a spooky yet delicious treat for Halloween packed with flavor and fun!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 peppers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 4 pieces Bell Peppers Vibrant orange preferred
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breasts Shredded
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Green Onions Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust spice levels as needed
  • 1 cup White Rice Cooked
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Green Onions For garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Buffalo Sauce For drizzling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine softened cream cheese and buffalo sauce. Microwave for about 30 seconds until the mixture is warm and easily blendable.
  3. Add shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped green onions, and cooked rice into the cream cheese mixture. Stir until well combined.
  4. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and carve out fun pumpkin faces, removing seeds and membranes.
  5. Fill each pepper with the buffalo chicken filling, packing it tightly but avoiding overstuffing.
  6. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a lined baking dish for stability.
  7. Bake for about 30 to 45 minutes until the peppers are soft and slightly charred.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with extra green onions and a drizzle of buffalo sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pepperCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overstuffing the peppers to ensure they cook evenly. Consider using precooked rice for efficiency.

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