Looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines Mexican and American flavors? Look no further than Cream Cheese Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Peppers! These colorful and delicious stuffed peppers are packed with savory chicken, creamy cheese, and a zesty enchilada sauce. Bell peppers are used as a vessel to hold the flavorful filling, creating a visually appealing and exceptionally tasty dish. The chicken is first cooked with a blend of spices, then combined with a creamy mixture of cream cheese and sour cream. The enchilada sauce adds a delightful kick of flavor, while the melted cheese on top provides a golden-brown finish. Served with a side of salsa and guacamole, these stuffed peppers offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The recipe also includes a vegetarian option, using black beans instead of chicken, making it a versatile dish that caters to different dietary preferences. With step-by-step instructions and detailed ingredient lists, this recipe is perfect for home cooks of all skill levels. So, get ready to impress your family and friends with this delectable fusion dish!
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CHICKEN STUFFED PEPPERS WITH ENCHILADA SAUCE
My wife and I came up with this recipe on a whim. It has since become one of our family's favorite recipes. I feel I must warn you though, once you make this for your family you will likely be making it again and again. Enjoy! Whatever green peppers you decide to use, make sure they are at least 6 inches long and 3 inches wide.
Provided by kevin
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place the chicken, taco seasoning mix, and water into a resealable plastic zipper bag, seal, and massage the bag with your fingers to mix. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate.
- Cut the stem and top 1/2 inch from the top of each pepper, and carefully remove the seeds without cutting holes or breaking skin of the peppers. Bring a large pot of water to boil, and immerse the peppers in the boiling water for 3 minutes; cool immediately in a bowl of cold water. Drain the peppers and set aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, cumin, and cinnamon; cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the flour and chili powder, and cook for about 1 minute. Whisk in the chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and stir in the chocolate until it melts and blends into the sauce. Allow the sauce to gently simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Drain the marinated chicken breasts, and place into a skillet over medium heat. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes; remove chicken to a bowl, and set aside to cool. When cool enough to handle, shred the chicken meat, and lightly mix in a bowl with Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, and cilantro. Stuff each pepper with 1/4 of the chicken mixture, and place on a baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
- Broil the stuffed peppers until blistered and hot, about 4 1/2 minutes per side. Serve with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 785.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 206.1 mg, Fat 47.6 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 56.7 g, SaturatedFat 25.7 g, Sodium 2466.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g
CREAM CHEESE CHICKEN ENCHILADA STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by á-11135
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Add a tablespoon olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper then cook, turning to brown on all sides. 2. Once the chicken is cooked through remove to a large bowl and mix with the rice, corn, spinach and 1 + 1/2 cups of the cheese. 3. In a medium saucepan melt the butter over medium-low heat, stir in the flour and cook 2 - 3 minutes, stirring often. Whisk in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer 3 more minutes, stirring often. 4. Turn heat down to low and mix in the Ro-tel. Add the cream cheese and sour cream to a medium bowl with a ladle of the hot broth. Work it together with a spoon then add another ladle of broth. Stir it together then add it to the sauce. (This is to prevent curdling.) Whisk until it is completely combined. Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm. 5. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a large roasting pan. 6. Wash the peppers and cut off the tops. Remove the seeds and the white centers. Place in the roasting pan. 7. Season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Mix about 1 cup of the sauce into the chicken mixture to start, adding more if needed, you want it to be well coated but not swimming in it. 8. Spoon the stuffing into the peppers. Top with the remaining cheese. Spoon or slowly pour the remaining sauce into the bottom of the pan. 9. Bake 35 - 40 minutes until peppers are tender. If the tops start to brown too much cover with aluminum foil. 10. Let sit 5 minutes before serving. To serve spoon sauce onto a plate or dish then top with a pepper and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN ENCHILADA STUFFED PEPPERS
Utilize leftovers and clean out the fridge by making these super simple and tasty stuffed peppers! This is an ideal weekend meal or one you can put together quickly so you can run errands while it cooks. -Katie Jasiewicz, Belle Isle, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine chicken, rice, enchilada sauce, 1/2 cup cheese, red onion and cumin. , Pour water into a 6-qt. slow cooker. Cut and discard tops from peppers; remove seeds. Fill with chicken mixture; place in slow cooker. Cover slow cooker with a double layer of white paper towels; place lid securely over towels. Cook on low, until tender, 3-4 hours. During the last 20 minutes, remove and discard paper towels; add remaining cheese and cook, covered until melted. Serve with sour cream, cilantro and green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAM CHEESE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
My family loves these shredded chicken enchiladas with a savory cream cheese filling and green enchilada sauce.
Provided by Jaimie
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish.
- Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the chicken breasts in boiling water until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken to a cutting board to cool.
- Beat cream cheese, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Stir tomatoes, green onion, green chiles, cilantro, and lime juice into the cream cheese mixture. Add 1 cup Cheddar cheese and fold to integrate.
- Shred cooled chicken with a pair of forks into strands; stir into the cream cheese mixture. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture into the center of each tortilla and fold tortilla around the filling; arrange into the prepared baking dish. Top tortillas with remaining Cheddar cheese and green enchilada sauce.
- Bake in the preheated oven until hot and the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Cholesterol 90.6 mg, Fat 31 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 1672 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
CREAMY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
My daughter has the best sour cream and cream cheese chicken enchiladas recipe I've ever tried. She brought 10 pans of it to my wedding reception and they were the biggest hit of all the food. So many guests wanted the recipe, we sent it out with our Christmas cards. -Pat Coffee, Kingston, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, water, onion powder, cumin, salt and pepper until smooth. Stir in chicken. , Place 1/4 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. In a large bowl, combine soup, sour cream, milk and chiles; pour over enchiladas. , Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 651 calories, Fat 38g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 1392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
Tips:
- Use a variety of bell peppers. This will add color and flavor to your dish. You can use green, red, yellow, or orange bell peppers.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. This is important to prevent foodborne illness. You can cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat, or you can bake it in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes.
- Use a creamy cheese. This will help to create a smooth and flavorful filling. You can use cream cheese, sour cream, or Greek yogurt.
- Add your favorite seasonings. This could include chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, or onion powder. You can also add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake the stuffed peppers until they are heated through. This will take about 20-25 minutes. You can check to see if they are done by inserting a toothpick into the center of the pepper. If the toothpick comes out clean, the peppers are done.
Conclusion:
Cream cheese chicken enchilada stuffed peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new recipe, give these stuffed peppers a try!
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