Stuffed Red Bell Pepper Rellenos Recipe

Name: Stuffed Red Bell Pepper Rellenos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large red bell peppers; 1 cup fresh corn kernels (cut from 1 large ear); 4 large green onions, chopped; 8 corn tortilla chips, crushed; 1 chicken breast, diced into 1/4-inch pieces to yield 1 cup of meat; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; Two 9- to 10-ounce ripe avocados, halved, seeded; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

6 large red bell peppers
1 cup fresh corn kernels (cut from 1 large ear)
4 large green onions, chopped
8 corn tortilla chips, crushed
1 chicken breast, diced into 1/4-inch pieces to yield 1 cup of meat
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Two 9- to 10-ounce ripe avocados, halved, seeded
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
For the peppers: Preheat a broiler.
2
Arrange the peppers in a single layer on a heavy baking sheet.
3
Broil, turning the peppers every 3 to 4 minutes, until charred on all sides.
4
Place the peppers in a resealable plastic bag for 15 minutes.
5
Gently scrape off the burnt skin, being careful not to tear the flesh.
6
Lay each pepper on the work surface.
7
Using a paring knife, remove a 1/2-inch-wide strip of flesh from the side of each pepper to create an opening.
8
Chop the strips of pepper into 1/2-inch pieces and reserve for the filling.
9
Using a small spoon, remove the seeds from inside each pepper.
10
Position a rack in the center of the oven.
11
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
12
In a large bowl, combine the reserved chopped peppers, the corn, green onions, corn chips, chicken, basil, lime juice, salt and pepper; toss to blend.
13
Mix in the cheese.
14
Divide the filling among the peppers (about 2/3 cup each), packing gently and mounding at the opening.
15
Arrange the peppers in a 13- by 9- by 2-inch baking dish.
16
Pour the chicken broth around the peppers.
17
Bake until peppers are heated through, 25 to 30 minutes.
18
For the sauce: Spoon the avocado flesh into a food processor.
19
Add the oil, lime juice, salt and pepper.
20
Blend until smooth.
21
To serve: Spoon a circle of sauce in the center of 6 plates.
22
Place the peppers on the sauce and serve.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large red bell peppers, 1 cup fresh corn kernels (cut from 1 large ear), 4 large green onions, chopped, 8 corn tortilla chips, crushed, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Red Bell Pepper Rellenos 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!

Stuffed Red Bell Pepper Rellenos

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