Keto Chicken and Cheese Stuffed Peppers

Keto Chicken and Cheese Stuffed Peppers are a delicious and satisfying low-carb meal, featuring tender bell peppers filled with a flavorful mixture of seasoned chicken and creamy cheese. This dish is perfect for those following a ketogenic diet, delivering both taste and nutrition in every bite.

Ingredients

• 2 large bell peppers (any color)
• 250 grams ground chicken
• 100 grams cream cheese, softened
• 50 grams shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and heated through.
5. Stuff each bell pepper with the chicken and cheese mixture, packing it in tightly.
6. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
7. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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