Best 6 Chicken Salad Stuffed Peppers Recipes

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Chicken salad stuffed peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. Made with a combination of cooked chicken, vegetables, mayonnaise, and seasonings, the chicken salad is stuffed into bell peppers and baked until tender. The result is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN SALAD-STUFFED PEPPERS



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We love this recipe because it combines the fresh flavor of summer bell peppers and chicken salad. - Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 green onions, finely chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups finely chopped rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 celery rib, finely chopped
4 medium sweet red peppers
Crushed potato chips, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients. Add chicken, cheese and celery; toss to coat., Cut peppers lengthwise in half; remove seeds. In a Dutch oven, cook peppers in boiling water 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain., Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Fill with chicken mixture. If desired, sprinkle with chips. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until filling is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 32g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 449mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

EASY CHICKEN PESTO STUFFED PEPPERS



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On busy weeknights, I don't want to spend more than 30 minutes preparing dinner, nor do I want to wash a towering pile of dishes. This recipe delivers without having to sacrifice flavor! -Olivia Cruz, Greenville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium sweet yellow or orange peppers
1-1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1-1/2 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup prepared pesto
1/2 cup shredded Havarti cheese
Fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Cut peppers lengthwise in half; remove stems and seeds. Place peppers on a baking sheet, skin side up. Broil 4 in. from heat until skins blister, about 5 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine chicken, rice and pesto. When cool enough to handle, fill peppers with chicken mixture; return to baking sheet. Bake until heated through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 calories, Fat 31g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 865mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CHICKEN STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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Here's a great dish that you can make ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake...so when you're ready for dinner, you just pop the peppers in the oven.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 stuffed peppers, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large bell peppers, any color
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken
2/3 cup pasta sauce
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack or 1/2 cup swiss cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375°F Cut the tops off the peppers and reserve. Remove and discard the seeds. Place the peppers, cut-side up, into a 3-quart shallow baking dish.
  • Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until tender. Place the onion mixture into a medium bowl. Stir in the chicken, sauce, cheese and black pepper. Spoon the chicken mixture into the pepper halves. Top with the reserved pepper tops, if desired.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until the peppers are tender.
  • RECIPE TIPS:.
  • TIP: Cut a thin slice from the bottoms of the peppers to keep them from rolling in the dish.

EASY CHICKEN SALAD-STUFFED PEPPERS



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When you stuff cream cheese, chicken, jalapeños and more into a red pepper, your taste buds win. Try our Easy Chicken Salad-Stuffed Peppers and win today!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 red peppers
1/4 cup (1/4 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Southwestern Seasoned Chicken Breast Strips
2 Tbsp. chopped tomatoes
2 Tbsp. chopped seeded jalapeño peppers
2 tsp. sliced green onions
4 KRAFT Slim Cut Sharp Cheddar Cheese Slices

Steps:

  • Cut red peppers lengthwise in half; remove and discard membranes and seeds.
  • Mix reduced-fat cream cheese, chicken, tomatoes, jalapeño peppers and onions until blended; spoon into pepper halves. Place, filled sides up, on microwaveable plate.
  • Microwave on HIGH 1-1/2 min. Top with cheese; microwave 30 to 45 sec. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 550 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g

CHICKEN SALAD WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS



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Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     Chicken     Garlic     Leafy Green     Herb     Mustard     Pepper     Vegetable     No-Cook

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon white wine or sherry vinegar
1/2 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra, if desired
1/2 roasted chicken, skinned, meat removed from the bone, and roughly chopped (about 1 1/2 cups meat)
1 stalk celery, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped roasted red bell peppers
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Coarse sea salt or kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Whole wheat bread or crusty white bread, for serving, optional
Mixed salad greens, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • 1. To make the vinaigrette, in a small bowl whisk together the mustard, vinegar, and garlic. Whisking constantly, slowly add the olive oil until fully incorporated.
  • 2. In a medium bowl combine the chicken, celery, red peppers, and chives. Fold in the vinaigrette. Season with salt and black pepper and serve, either made into a sandwich or over salad greens tossed with a little more olive oil and sprinkled with salt.
  • Brown-bag it with: grapes

BABY BELL PEPPERS WITH CHICKEN SALAD



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This bento box-style lunch is not only tasty but healthy, too. Baby bell peppers stuffed with chicken salad plus fresh cherries and cottage cheese. Refrigerate any remaining chicken mixture for later use.

Provided by bd.weld

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 20m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12.5 fl oz) can chunk chicken breast, drained and flaked
1 small jalapeno pepper, diced
3 green onions, thinly sliced, divided
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
3 baby bell peppers, halved and seeded
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup fresh cherries

Steps:

  • Mix chicken, jalapeno pepper, 2 green onions, and mayonnaise together in bowl until thoroughly combined. Stuff each baby bell pepper half with chicken mixture.
  • Mix half of the remaining green onion with cottage cheese; use the other half to garnish stuffed baby bell peppers. Serve baby bell peppers alongside cottage cheese mixture and cherries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1100.8 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 261.3 mg, Fat 50.1 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 110.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.2 g, Sodium 2891.7 mg, Sugar 32.7 g

Tips:

  • Cook the rice ahead of time. This will save you time when you're assembling the stuffed peppers.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your stuffing. This will add flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Don't overstuff the peppers. You want them to be able to stand up on their own without toppling over.
  • Bake the peppers for 30-35 minutes, or until they are tender. The cheese should be melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the peppers with a side of your favorite sauce. Ranch dressing, salsa, or guacamole are all great options.

Conclusion:

Chicken salad stuffed peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They're packed with flavor and nutrients, and they can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give chicken salad stuffed peppers a try.

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