Description

These easy stuffed bell peppers deliver the perfect balance of flavor, nutrition, and comfort. With tender, perfectly cooked peppers filled with a savory mixture of meat, rice, tomatoes, and cheese, they make a satisfying and customizable weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

4 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
1 lb ground turkey or lean beef
1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Italian seasoning, herbs of choice

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Slice peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds and membranes. Place in baking dish.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Add ground meat, cook until browned, breaking apart with spoon. Drain excess fat.
In a bowl, combine cooked meat with rice, diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, and seasonings.
Spoon filling into each pepper, packing gently. Pour a small amount of water in baking dish, cover with foil, and bake 30 minutes.
Remove foil, sprinkle remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.

Notes

Use red, orange, or yellow peppers for sweeter flavor. For low-carb, replace rice with cauliflower rice. Prep ahead by making filling and storing separately from peppers until ready to bake. Avoid overcooking to keep peppers firm enough to hold filling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: stuffed bell peppers, comfort food, easy dinner, healthy recipe