Easy Stuffed Peppers with Rice
Easy Stuffed Peppers with Rice is a colorful and nutritious dish that brings together the sweet crunch of bell peppers and a savory filling. This versatile recipe allows you to customize the stuffing based on your preferences, whether you’re using ground meat or plant-based alternatives. With minimal prep time, you can have this hearty meal ready in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Each bite of these stuffed peppers bursts with flavor, providing a satisfying dinner option that the whole family will love. Serve them with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal that will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, chicken) or plant-based alternative
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds; place them upright in the dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions until translucent. Add ground meat if using and cook until browned. Stir in cooked rice and tomato sauce until combined.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and any preferred spices.
- Spoon the filling into each bell pepper generously; top with shredded cheese if desired.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove foil for the last five minutes to melt cheese until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg