This recipe for chorizo stuffed peppers offers a nutritious and customizable option for a quick and healthy meal. Packed with protein, vitamins, and fiber, it features a flavorful mixture of spicy chorizo, cooked rice, diced tomatoes, and aromatic spices. What I love most about this recipe is that it’s easily customizable based on the ingredients you have in your fridge. Plus, it keeps well so you can prepare in advance and pull out whenever you’re hungry. Ready to get started?
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 8 ounces chorizo sausage, casing removed
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place the peppers in a baking dish and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo sausage, breaking it up into small crumbles, until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion, diced tomatoes, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the flavors are well combined, about 3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chorizo to the skillet and add the cooked rice. Stir to combine all the ingredients and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Spoon the chorizo and rice mixture into the prepared bell peppers, filling them evenly. Top each pepper with a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let the stuffed peppers cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
For best results, choose bell peppers that are large and firm, as they will hold the filling better during baking. If you prefer a milder flavor, opt for a mild or sweet chorizo sausage. For a spicier kick, choose a hot or spicy chorizo variety. Feel free to customize the filling by adding additional ingredients such as black beans, corn, or diced jalapenos for an extra burst of flavor. Serve the stuffed peppers as a main course with a side salad or some crusty bread for a complete meal. Enjoy!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
