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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
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Rinse the bell peppers, slice off the tops, and hollow out the insides, removing seeds and membranes. Carve a jack-o-lantern face into each pepper for a spooky touch.
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Once the water is boiling, place the peppers and their tops in the water for about 5 minutes until they’re tender but still firm. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked Mexican rice, shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and black beans.
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Fill each pepper with the chicken and rice mixture. If desired, sprinkle more cheese on top of the filling.
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Place the pepper tops back on and arrange the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the peppers are tender.
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Serve these fun and festive jack-o-lantern peppers at your Halloween gathering!.