Crockpot Stuffed Peppers
These Crockpot Stuffed Peppers provide 36g protein and 550 calories per serving — a complete, portioned meal requiring zero additional plating. Batch of 6 servings cooks hands-off, eliminating the assembly-line prep work that slows macro-tracking athletes. Built for anyone needing pre-portioned meals that align to specific calorie and protein targets without daily decisions.
Ingredients
- •Bell Pepper
- •Ground Chicken(454g)
Usually near ground turkey in the meat section. Check fat % on label.
- •Beans, Black, Canned, Drained(397g)
- •Canned Diced Tomatoes(397g)
- •Quinoa, Dry(240g)
- •Chili powder(10g)
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •Cheese, Pepper Jack(300g)
- •Avocado
- •Cilantro, Fresh
- •Salsa, Prepared, Red, Store-Bought
- •Sour Cream
Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.
- •Lime Juice, Fresh
Instructions
- 1Slice the tops off of the bell peppers (cut as close to the top as you can so that you have max space for stuffing), then carefully remove the ribs and seeds so that you do not break the sides of the peppers. Set aside.
- 2Place the ground chicken into a large bowl. Add the black beans, tomatoes with their juices, quinoa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and 3/4 cup of the cheese. With a fork or your fingers, stir to combine. Spoon the filling into the hollowed-out centers of the peppers, filling them all the way to the top. (The number of peppers you need for all of the filling will vary depending upon the size of the peppers. I usually fill about 7.)
- 3Pour 1/2 cup water into an empty 5-quart (or larger) slow cooker. Stand the peppers up on their bases in the water, arranging them so that they are evenly spread apart. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the peppers are tender. Remove the lid, sprinkle the peppers with the remaining 1/2 cup cheese, then cover the slow cooker again and let heat for a few additional minutes, until the cheese is melted. Serve hot with desired toppings.
Nutrition — Per Serving
550
calories
36g
protein
26g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 44g
- Saturated fat
- 11.7g
- Sodium
- 648 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 4.8g
6 servings per batch · ~301g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Crockpot Stuffed Peppers have per serving?
Each serving delivers 36g of protein and 550 calories with 26g fat and 44g carbs. This is a well-balanced whole meal that covers all three macros in a single serving.
How long does Crockpot Stuffed Peppers take to prep?
Quick prep time means minimal chopping before the crockpot takes over. At 6 servings per batch, you're getting multiple complete meals from one cook session.
Is Crockpot Stuffed Peppers good for muscle gain?
At 36g protein and 550 calories per serving, this recipe works for muscle gain phases as a standalone meal. The carb and fat balance supports training performance and recovery when eaten around your workout window.
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