Stuffed Enchilada Peppers

June 10, 2013

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I love anything with the word "Enchilada" in the title. These Stuffed Enchilada Peppers were easily added to the list. They were quickly devoured by the family! There were a couple kids who just ate the filling, but the rest of them even ate the peppers. In my house, that's quite the accomplishment! My kids love their veggies - even brussel sprouts (gag!) but for some reason don't care much for peppers. The Stuffed Enchilada Peppers are full of flavor and I love the tex

4 bell peppers, cut in half from stem to bottom and seeds removed (I used all green this time)
1 cup quinoa, uncooked
1/2 medium onion, diced
2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable for a vegetarian version)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (4 ounce) can green chiles, not drained
1 roma tomato, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (28 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
1 cup cheese, shredded (I used cheddar)

Combine chicken broth, quinoa, and onion in a medium sized pan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover the pan; let simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until all liquid is...
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Nutritions

Calories
441

Sodium
1348mg
56% DV

Fat
14g
21% DV

Protein
24g
49% DV

Carbs
57g
19% DV

Fiber
11g
47% DV