Smoky Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe

Name: Smoky Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 stalks celery, minced (1/2 cup); 1 medium onion, minced (1 cup); 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning; 1 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp); 1 chipotle chile in adobo, drained and minced; 2 cups cooked brown rice or 2 cups brown and wild rice mix; ½ cup golden raisin; ½ cup low sodium vegetable broth; 5 ounces smoked gouda cheese, grated; 3 red bell peppers, halved lengthwise

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 stalks celery, minced (1/2 cup)
1 medium onion, minced (1 cup)
2 tablespoons poultry seasoning
1 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp)
1 chipotle chile in adobo, drained and minced
2 cups cooked brown rice or 2 cups brown and wild rice mix
½ cup golden raisin
½ cup low sodium vegetable broth
5 ounces smoked gouda cheese, grated
3 red bell peppers, halved lengthwise

1
Preheat oven to 400F.
2
Heat oil in pan over medium heat.
3
Add celery, onion, poultry seasoning, and garlic.
4
Saute 7 minutes, or until soft.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Stir in chipotle pepper, and saute 2 minutes.
7
Add rice, raisins, and broth to pan, and cook 5 minutes more, or until consistency of stuffing, stirring constantly.
8
Set aside.
9
Divide cheese among pepper halves, then top with rice mixture.
10
Place peppers in 9x12 casserole dish.
11
Add water until it comes 1/2 inch up sides of peppers.
12
Bake 30 minutes, or until peppers are soft and filling is hot.

620

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 stalks celery, minced (1/2 cup), 1 medium onion, minced (1 cup), 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning, and more.

Yes, Smoky Stuffed Bell Peppers falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smoky Stuffed Bell Peppers

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Variations & substitutions

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