Description
Stuffed Peppers are a comforting and delicious meal filled with savory ground beef, seasoned rice, and tangy diced tomatoes, topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this easy-to-make dish is a crowd-pleaser that can be customized with your favorite spices!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella work great)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Prepare the Filling: Add the cooked rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Stuff the Peppers: Stuff the bell peppers with the beef and rice mixture, pressing down lightly to pack them. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
- Bake the Peppers: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Add Cheese: Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper, and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious stuffed peppers!
Notes
- Variations: You can swap ground beef for ground turkey, chicken, or even plant-based meat for a different twist.
- Make it Spicy: Add a chopped jalapeño or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef mixture for some heat.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Comfort Food, Family Meal
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Stuffed Peppers, Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers, Healthy Dinner, Easy Stuffed Peppers, Rice and Beef Stuffed Peppers, Baked Peppers