Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Prepare…
- 3 green bell peppers, cut in half lengthwise, removing seeds and membrane; set aside in a baking dish cut side up
Over medium heat, heat skille then saute until they soften, about 2-3 minutes…
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
Add…
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cook, stirring occasionally, until chick is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add and cook another 2 minutes…
- 1 cup white rice, precooked
- 2 tablespoon fresh cilantro plus more for garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Spoon the mixture into the cut pepper halves, filling them to the top.
Pour water into the baking dish to fill the bottom; do not to pour any water on the peppers!
Cover baking dish with foili; bake until peppers are softened, about 20-22 minutes.
Remove from oven, sprinkle with…
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Return to oven to bake until cheese is melted, about 4-6 more minutes.
Top with pico de gallo and *sour cream then serve.