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Stuffed Pepper Skillet
A quick and flavorful one-pan dish combining seasoned ground chicken, colorful peppers, and melted cheese for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Chicken can substitute ground beef or turkey
- ½ tsp salt plus more to taste
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 3 bell peppers diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 cups cauliflower rice
- 1 Tbsp tomato paste or ketchup
- 16 oz canned tomato sauce 2 (8 oz) cans
- 4 slices monterey jack or pepper jack cheese
- Optional fresh parsley for garnish
- Optional cooked brown rice for serving
Instructions
- Cook ground chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through.
- Add diced onions and bell peppers, season with salt and spices, and cook until softened, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in cauliflower rice, garlic, tomato paste, and sauce; simmer for 8-10 minutes until thickened and veggies are tender.
- Add cheese slices, cover, and cook until melted. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Feel free to serve over cooked brown rice for extra heartiness.