Description
Stuffed bell peppers are a vibrant and hearty dish that effortlessly combines flavor and nutrition. These colorful peppers are filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, diced tomatoes, and aromatic spices, making them perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With endless customization options, you can easily tailor the filling to suit your taste. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this easy stuffed bell peppers recipe guarantees satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Wash the bell peppers, slice off the tops, and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant. Add ground meat and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in cooked rice and diced tomatoes; season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Fill each bell pepper with the mixture and place upright in the baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover for an additional 10 minutes to allow browning.
Notes
For added flavor, sprinkle shredded cheese on top during the last five minutes of baking.
Feel free to experiment with different fillings like quinoa or beans for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed bell pepper (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg