My stuffed bell peppers recipe is a versatile and satisfying dish that can be filled with a variety of ingredients. This recipe features a delicious mixture of ground meat, rice, and spices, all baked inside tender bell peppers for a complete meal.
It’s an easy-to-follow recipe that allows for customization based on your preferences, whether you prefer beef, turkey, or a vegetarian option.
Easy Savory Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipe
These stuffed bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, cooked rice, diced tomatoes, and spices, then baked until the peppers are tender. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Prep the Peppers: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Cook the Filling: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
- Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the meat and rice mixture into each bell pepper, packing it down gently. If desired, top each pepper with shredded cheese.
- Bake: Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish. Add a little water to the bottom of the dish to help steam the peppers. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4 stuffed peppers
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
This recipe is part of my 35 Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!
Jeff was a leader for Whole Foods Market for over 2 decades and is now a recovering foodie. When he's not spending time in the kitchen, he can usually be found with 3 daughters, practicing martial arts, making music, or blogging on his other sites. Click Here to learn more about me. Click Here to learn more about my site. Editorial Policies.
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