dinner · lunch · Cajun-inspired
Cajun-Spiced Chicken, Green Bean & Barley Stuffed Peppers
A spicy stuffed pepper with chicken breast, green bean, and a cajun-spiced finish.
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Ingredients
For 4 servings
- 1½ lb chicken breast, cut into pieces
- 4 cups green bean
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp thyme
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 bell pepper, halved and seeded
- 3 cups barley
Equipment
Baking dish
How to make it
- 1
Heat the oven to 375°F. Mix the chicken breast, green bean, barley, olive oil, salt, and paprika, thyme, cayenne pepper.
- 2
Fill the bell pepper halves with the mixture and arrange in a baking dish.
- 3
Bake until the bell pepper is tender and the filling is hot. Cook the chicken breast until the center reaches 165°F.
Storage & leftovers
Refrigerate in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 4 days.
Reheat leftovers to 165°F throughout.
Dietary & allergen notes
Suitable for: dairy-free, egg-free, peanut-free, sesame-free, soy-free, tree-nut-free.
Contains wheat. Packaged ingredients can vary, so check labels and cross-contact information.