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Three stuffed red bell pepper halves topped with melted cheese and chopped green herbs are arranged on a white plate.
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Air Fryer Boursin Stuffed Mini Peppers

These stuffed mini peppers are filled with herbed cheese and air fried until hot, creamy, and lightly roasted for an easy appetizer.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings (Adjustable): 4
Calories: 254kcal
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Ingredients

  • 4 pieces mini bell peppers 242 grams or 8.5 ounces for all 4
  • 150 grams Boursin cheese I used Boursin Poivre Noir (black pepper)
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt add more to taste
  • ½ tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped chives
  • 4 pre-sliced Emmentaler cheese see note for subsitutes
  • ½ tablespoons olive oil

GARNISH:

  • ½ teaspoon fresh chopped chives

Instructions

  • In a bowl, crumble Boursin cheese, then add salt, garlic powder, parsley, and chives.
    A white bowl containing a chunky white mixture with herbs, with a spoon resting inside, placed on a light marble surface.
  • Pre-heat Air Fryer to 376°F (191°C). Set at 12 minutes.
  • Wash, pat dry, cut bell peppers in half lengthwise, and deseed them.
    A wooden board with a sliced red pepper, seeds, and stems; a plate with whole red peppers is in the background.
  • Transfer bell peppers onto the Air Fryer tray and brush all sides with olive oil.
    Eight halved red bell peppers are arranged on a black grill tray, ready to be roasted. A red and white checkered cloth is visible in the corner.
  • Air Fry for 3 to 5 minutes, cut side down, or until the peppers are slightly roasted, the skin starts to crinkle, and tender crisp.
    Red bell pepper halves arranged on a black grill pan, ready to be roasted, with a red checkered cloth in the corner.
  • Fill the roasted bell peppers with the Boursin cheese mixture equally. Slice each pre-sliced Emmentaler cheese and cover the filling.
    Halved red peppers filled with a creamy white cheese mixture are arranged on a black grilling tray, ready to be cooked.
  • Slowly insert the Air Fryer tray into the middle cooking chamber, near the rotisserie catch, and Air Fry the Boursin-stuffed bell peppers for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Add 1 to 2 more minutes if a golden cheese topping is preferred. NOTE: If using an Air Fryer with a basket, place the halved mini bell peppers on the crisper plate and follow accordingly.
    Eight stuffed red bell pepper halves topped with melted cheese are arranged on a black baking tray.
  • Transfer the Boursin-stuffed Bell Peppers to a serving plate and garnish with fresh chives.

Notes

This Air Fryer recipe uses an Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven. Not all Air Fryers cook the same way. It’s best to keep watch during your initial tests after purchasing.
TIPS:
I used Boursin Poivre Noir (black pepper) but if you use Boursin Ail and Fines Herbes (Garlic and Fine Herbs), reduce or omit chives, parsley, and garlic powder.
Us Swiss, Gruyere or Gouda if you can't find Emmentaler cheese.
Use fresh, crisp, and firm bell peppers free of molds and bruises.
Roast bell peppers before adding to the filling to release the fragrant aroma and create a tender base without overly cooking the cheese on top.
 
 
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 340mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2482IU | Vitamin C: 78mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 0.3mg

Equipment

Measuring Spoons
Chopping board
Knife
Silicone brush
Kitchen tongs
Air Fryer Tray
Baking tray
Air Fryer Oven

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