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Smoky Chili Stuffed Peppers Recipe

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These Smoky Chili Stuffed Peppers are a flavorful and comforting dish featuring roasted bell peppers filled with hearty leftover chili, topped with melted cheddar cheese and served with sour cream, green onions, tortilla chips, and fresh cilantro. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal to use up chili leftovers with a smoky twist.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 bell peppers, sliced in half lengthwise and seeds removed
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 to 3 cups leftover chili
  • ¾ cup freshly grated cheddar cheese

For Serving

  • Sour cream
  • Green onions, chopped
  • Tortilla chips
  • Fresh cilantro leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare peppers: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes, then place them cut side up on a baking sheet. Spray the peppers evenly with olive oil spray, then season all over with kosher salt and black pepper.
  2. Roast the peppers: Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until they begin to soften and slightly blister. This step enhances their smoky flavor and makes them tender enough for stuffing.
  3. Stuff the peppers: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully spoon about ⅓ cup of leftover chili into each pepper half. The amount may vary slightly depending on the size of the peppers, so try to select peppers that are fairly uniform for even cooking. Fill each pepper generously to the top.
  4. Add cheese and bake: Sprinkle the tops of each stuffed pepper with freshly grated cheddar cheese. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
  5. Serve: Serve the smoky chili stuffed peppers immediately topped with a dollop of sour cream, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro leaves, and a side of tortilla chips for crunch. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful meal hot from the oven.

Notes

  • Select bell peppers that are similar in size to ensure even roasting and cooking times.
  • Leftover chili should be thick enough to hold its shape when stuffed; if too runny, simmer to reduce excess liquid before stuffing.
  • You can substitute cheddar cheese with other melting cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a spicy twist.
  • For a vegetarian version, use vegetarian chili or a bean-based chili.
  • To make this dish gluten free, just ensure the chili and tortilla chips do not contain gluten-containing ingredients.

Keywords: chili stuffed peppers, stuffed bell peppers, leftover chili recipe, baked stuffed peppers, cheesy chili peppers

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