Cheesy Stuffed Chicken with Peppers

This flavorful chicken dish is stuffed with a mixture of sautéed bell peppers, onions, and cheeses, then seasoned with spices and served with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole for a delicious meal.

Ingredients (for 3 servings)

For the Veggies:

• 2 tablespoons canola oil (for veggies)
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

For the Filling:

• 4 oz cream cheese (110 g)
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (50 g)
• ½ cup pepper jack cheese (50 g), diced

For the Chicken:

• 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons canola oil (for chicken)

For Serving:

• Salsa
• Sour cream
• Guacamole

Preparation

1. Cook the Veggies:
   • Heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a large pan over high heat. Add the diced red, green, and yellow bell peppers, along with the diced onion, salt, and black pepper.
   • Cook the vegetables until they are soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Transfer the cooked veggies to a bowl, and mix in the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced pepper jack cheese until well combined. Set aside.
2. Season the Chicken:
   • In a separate bowl, combine the chicken breasts with the salt, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed over the chicken.
3. Stuff the Chicken:
   • Using a sharp knife, slice a pocket horizontally into each chicken breast.
   • Fill each pocket with a generous amount of the veggie and cheese mixture, pressing the edges of the chicken breast to seal the filling inside. Repeat with all chicken breasts.
4. Cook the Stuffed Chicken:
   • Heat 3 tablespoons of canola oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the stuffed chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
5. Serve:
   • Serve the stuffed chicken with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole on the side.
6. Enjoy!

Conclusion

This stuffed chicken dish offers a delightful combination of creamy, cheesy filling with the vibrant flavors of bell peppers and onions, all wrapped inside seasoned chicken breasts. It’s perfect for a satisfying and delicious meal!