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Ingredients
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6 large green, yellow, or orange bell peppers
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1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
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2 tablespoons salt-free Cajun seasoning (see Tip), divided
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 link andouille sausage (3-4 oz.), sliced
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½ cup diced celery
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1 small onion, diced (1/2 cup)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
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¼ cup tomato paste
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1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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1 cup uncooked instant brown rice
Directions
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
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Cut tops off peppers and carefully remove the core and seeds, taking care not to split the skin. Dice the pepper tops and set aside. Place the peppers on the prepared baking sheet; bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool. Discard any accumulated liquid in the bottom of the peppers.
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Meanwhile, season chicken on all sides with 1 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add half of the chicken and cook, turning to brown all sides, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a medium bowl with a slotted spoon. Repeat with the remaining 1 Tbsp. olive oil and the remaining chicken.
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Add sausage to the now-empty skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Add celery, onion, and the reserved diced pepper; cook, stirring often, until the onions are translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, the remaining 1 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning, and salt; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add tomatoes and tomato paste; stir to combine, scraping any brown bits off the bottom of the pan. Add broth, rice, and the chicken with any accumulated juices; stir to combine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken has cooked through and the rice has softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir. Let stand, covered, until all liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
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Divide the chicken mixture among the peppers, spooning about 1 1/4 cups into each one and mounding it on top, if necessary. Bake until heated through, about 20 minutes.
Tips
Tip: We prefer homemade Cajun seasoning, because it has more flavor and fewer preservatives than the store-bought versions. For salt-free Cajun seasoning, mix 1 Tbsp. paprika, 1 tsp. each onion powder and garlic powder, 1/2 tsp. each dried oregano and thyme, and 1/4 tsp. each cayenne and ground pepper. You will have slightly more than you need for this recipe; use it to season eggs, chicken, fish, or vegetables. (Want to have extra on hand? Multiply these amounts by four.) Store in a covered jar for up to 6 months.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
346 | Calories |
12g | Fat |
30g | Carbs |
31g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Serving Size 1 stuffed pepper | |
Calories 346 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Carbohydrate 30g | 11% |
Dietary Fiber 6g | 21% |
Total Sugars 8g | |
Protein 31g | 63% |
Total Fat 12g | 15% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 12% |
Cholesterol 104mg | 35% |
Vitamin A 1629IU | 33% |
Vitamin C 144mg | 160% |
Folate 25mcg | 6% |
Sodium 559mg | 24% |
Calcium 60mg | 5% |
Iron 3mg | 16% |
Magnesium 47mg | 11% |
Potassium 670mg | 14% |
Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.
* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.