Orzo Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Orzo Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces orzo pasta; 2 teaspoons oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 celery, diced; ½ teaspoon thyme; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese; 2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 3 ounces reduced-fat provolone cheese, grated; 6 red bell peppers; 3 teaspoons dry breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

8 ounces orzo pasta
2 teaspoons oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery, diced
½ teaspoon thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
3 ounces reduced-fat provolone cheese, grated
6 red bell peppers
3 teaspoons dry breadcrumbs

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
3
Heat oil in medium saucepan; add garlic, onion and celery.
4
Cover and cook until vegetables are soft.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Stir in pasta, thyme parsley, Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup of the chicken broth, and half of the provolone cheese.
7
Cut tops off the peppers and remove seeds.
8
Cut a small piece off the bottoms so peppers will stand upright.
9
Spoon the pasta mixture into each pepper and set in baking dish.
10
Sprinkle each pepper with 1/2 teaspoon bread crumbs.
11
Sprinkle the remaining half of the provolone on top of the peppers.
12
Pour the remaining 1 1/2 cups of broth around peppers.
13
Bake 45 minutes until lightly browned on top and tender.
14
Serve immediately.

720

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces orzo pasta, 2 teaspoons oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Orzo Stuffed Bell Peppers falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Orzo Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Variations & substitutions

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