Introduction

Easy Stuffed Peppers are a comforting, colorful, and wholesome meal that combines tender bell peppers
with a hearty filling of seasoned meat, rice, and vegetables. This dish is simple to prepare, customizable,
and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, stuffed peppers
are a beautiful and delicious way to serve a complete meal in one dish.

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers (any color, tops cut off and seeds removed)
• 1 lb (450g) ground beef, chicken, or turkey
• 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (divided)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the peppers: Cut the tops off the bell peppers, remove seeds and membranes, and set aside.
2. Cook the filling: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cook until soft. Add ground meat and cook until browned.
3. Season: Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Combine with rice: Add the cooked rice and half of the cheese. Mix well.
5. Stuff the peppers: Fill each pepper with the prepared mixture and place them upright in a baking dish.
6. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
7. Add cheese: Remove foil, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of each pepper, and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly.
8. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy warm.

Description

These Easy Stuffed Peppers are packed with flavor, texture, and nutrients. The sweet crunch of bell peppers
pairs beautifully with the savory meat and rice filling, while melted cheese adds the perfect creamy topping.
It’s a complete, balanced meal with protein, grains, and vegetables all in one dish.

Tips

• Make ahead: Assemble the peppers ahead of time and refrigerate. Bake when ready.
• Lighter option: Use lean ground turkey and cauliflower rice.
• Extra flavor: Add chopped spinach, mushrooms, or black beans to the filling.
• Cheese lovers: Mix in cream cheese with the filling for a creamy twist.
• Serving idea: Pair with a fresh salad or garlic bread.

Correction

If your stuffed peppers turn out too watery, it may be because the tomatoes weren’t drained well.
Make sure to remove excess liquid before mixing them into the filling. Also, partially pre-baking the peppers
for 10 minutes before stuffing them can help reduce excess moisture and ensure they’re tender.

Enjoy

Serve these Easy Stuffed Peppers fresh out of the oven, with gooey melted cheese and aromatic herbs on top.
Each bite delivers a comforting blend of savory filling and sweet roasted pepper, making it a family favorite
that everyone will look forward to.