Pulled Pork Stuffed Peppers

⏱️ 30 min 👥 4 servings 📊 Medium
American dinner
Pulled Pork Stuffed Peppers
Nutrition per Serving
426
Calories
33g
Protein
7g
Carbs
30g
Fat

Pulled pork stuffed peppers: Sweet bell peppers stuffed with succulent and smoky pulled pork, tangy BBQ sauce, and topped with melty cheese.

📝 Ingredients

  • 2 large Bell peppers ((about 1 pound))
  • 12 oz Pulled pork, warmed ((about 2 cups))
  • 1 1/2 cups Gouda cheese ((6 oz) (or use cheddar))
  • 1/3 cup Sugar-free BBQ sauce ((or your favorite))
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 375 F and place rack in the middle position.
  2. 2Place the cut peppers in a microwave safe baking dish and steam for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Pour out any water. (Alternately, cover the peppers in foil and bake for 15-20 minutes to soften. Pour out any accumulated water.)
  3. 3Stir the BBQ sauce and 1 cup of the cheese into the pulled pork and divide evenly among the peppers. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until the peppers are hot and bubbly. Top the peppers with remaining cheese and return to the oven until the cheese has melted. Garnish with cilantro and serve with a green salad.
  4. 4Refrigerate any leftovers. To reheat cover and place in the microwave for 60 - 120 seconds on high power or until the middle is hot. Alternately, place in an oven safe bowl and bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until the middle is hot.
  5. 5Makes 4 servings at 5 net carbs each.

About the Chef & Original Recipe

This recipe was published by lowcarbmaven.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.