Best 11 Quick And Easy Stuffed Peppers Recipes

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In the culinary world, where time constraints often hinder creativity, "quick and easy stuffed peppers" emerge as a culinary knight in shining armor. This dish is a delectable fusion of flavors, colors, and textures, blending the vibrant crunch of bell peppers with savory fillings that burst with umami. Imagine tender bell pepper shells cradling a flavorful tapestry of seasoned ground meat, aromatic rice, and a medley of vegetables, all topped with a golden-brown cheese crust. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary novice, this guide will unlock the secrets to crafting this culinary masterpiece, transforming your kitchen into an arena where culinary magic unfolds.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

EASY STUFFED PEPPERS



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Tender bell peppers stuffed with a zesty beef and rice filling with tomato sauce are baked until bubbly.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Beef     Dinner     Main Course

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 bell peppers
½ pound lean ground beef
½ pound Italian sausage
1 small onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 can small diced tomatoes (14 ½ ounces)
½ cup white rice (uncooked)
1 ¼ cup water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 ½ cups marinara sauce (divided)
½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cut the tops off the peppers (reserve the tops), remove seeds and membranes and discard. Chop tops of the peppers to add to the filling.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook peppers 5 minutes. Remove and drain well.
  • In a large skillet, brown beef, sausage, onion & garlic over medium high heat until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes with juice, rice, 1 ¼ cup water, diced pepper tops, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning.
  • Bring to a simmer, reduce heat and cover. Cook 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. You can add more water if needed. Stir in ½ cup marinara sauce.
  • Place 1 ½ cups of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 pan. Fill each pepper with the rice mixture. Spoon remaining marinara sauce over peppers.
  • Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes. Remove foil, baste peppers with any sauce in the bottom. Top with cheddar and bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and peppers are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Sodium 922 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

STUFFED PEPPERS



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Green peppers stuffed with ground beef and rice and topped with a seasoned tomato sauce.

Provided by BDEGER

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
½ cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 cup water
6 green bell peppers
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the rice and water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook 20 minutes. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the beef until evenly browned.
  • Remove and discard the tops, seeds, and membranes of the bell peppers. Arrange peppers in a baking dish with the hollowed sides facing upward. (Slice the bottoms of the peppers if necessary so that they will stand upright.)
  • In a bowl, mix the browned beef, cooked rice, 1 can tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spoon an equal amount of the mixture into each hollowed pepper. Mix the remaining tomato sauce and Italian seasoning in a bowl, and pour over the stuffed peppers.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, basting with sauce every 15 minutes, until the peppers are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 45.9 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 563.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

BEST EVER EASY STUFFED PEPPERS (5 INGREDIENTS)



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Easy, cheesy, sausage and rice stuffed bell peppers - just five ingredients and ready in 20 minutes for the perfect weeknight meal!

Provided by Tiffany

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 bell peppers (tops cut off and seeds and membranes removed)
1 pound mild or spicy ground Italian sausage (for alternative protein options, see notes)
3 cup uncooked Spanish style rice (or white rice, see note)
1 ½ cups water
1 15-ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
cilantro or green onions for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a large baking dish and arrange bell peppers standing up. (If they want to tip over you can always cut off the very bottom 1/8 of an inch or so to flatten them out and help them stand!) Transfer to preheated oven and allow to cook for 10-15 minutes until tender. (Move ahead with Step 2 while peppers are baking!)
  • In a large pan over medium-high heat, cook sausage for 5-6 minutes, breaking apart with a spatula or spoon as it cooks, until well browned. Use a slotted spoon to transfer sausage to a platter, cover to keep warm, and set aside.
  • Add rice, water, and tomatoes to the pan, give it a good stir, and bring to a boil. Reduce to LOW, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir sausage and 1/2 cup of the cheese into the pan. Spoon mixture into the baked peppers and top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with green onions or cilantro if desired and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 kcal, Carbohydrate 63 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 469 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SIMPLE AND EASY STUFFED PEPPERS



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These beefy and cheesy peppers are easy and delicious!

Provided by CHEFDADDYO

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ¼ pounds ground beef
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
1 (15.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups chicken broth
6 red bell peppers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the ground beef, and cook until brown and crumbly. Pour off excess grease, then stir in garlic, onion, and tomatoes. Cook and stir until the onions soften just a bit, about 3 minutes. Stir the cheese into the mixture, and set aside.
  • Cut the tops off of the peppers, and remove the veins and seeds. Fill each pepper with the ground beef mixture and pour in some of the chicken broth. Place into the cups of a muffin tin, and replace the tops.
  • Bake in preheated oven 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 291.5 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

QUICK AND EASY STUFFED PEPPERS



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This microwave recipe is quick and very simple, and is a good meal for a busy work week. You can use any color peppers you like. Try using garbanzos instead of the kidney beans for a variation on this recipe.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large red bell peppers, halved and seeded
1 (8 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid
⅓ cup quick-cooking brown rice
2 tablespoons hot water
2 green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed and drained
½ (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Arrange pepper halves in a 9 inch square glass baking dish. Cover dish with plastic wrap. Poke a few holes in the plastic wrap for vents, and heat 4 minutes in the microwave, or until tender.
  • In a medium bowl, mix tomatoes and their liquid, rice, and water. Cover with plastic, and cook in the microwave for 4 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
  • Stir green onions, corn, kidney beans, and red pepper flakes into the tomato mixture. Heat in the microwave for 3 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Spoon hot tomato mixture evenly into pepper halves, and cover with plastic wrap. Poke a few holes in the plastic to vent steam, and heat in the microwave 4 minutes. Remove plastic, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese, and allow to stand 1 to 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 351.9 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

STUFFED PEPPERS



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Hundreds of satisfied home cooks agree: this stuffed peppers recipe is a winner. It's been proudly served at dinner tables across America ever since it first appeared in the Betty Crocker™ cookbook. And it's no wonder why-even picky eaters love stuffed peppers (hint: they taste like cheeseburgers).

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large bell peppers (any color)
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 cup cooked rice
1 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 can (15 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato sauce
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (3 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cut thin slice from stem end of each bell pepper to remove top of pepper. Remove seeds and membranes; rinse peppers. If necessary, cut thin slice from bottom of each pepper so they stand up straight. In 4-quart Dutch oven, add enough water to cover peppers. Heat to boiling; add peppers. Cook about 2 minutes; drain.
  • In 10-inch skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain. Stir in rice, salt, garlic and 1 cup of the tomato sauce; cook until hot.
  • Stuff peppers with beef mixture. Stand peppers upright in ungreased 8-inch square glass baking dish. Pour remaining tomato sauce over peppers.
  • Cover tightly with foil. Bake 10 minutes. Uncover and bake about 15 minutes longer or until peppers are tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1470 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 g

QUICK & EASY STUFFED GREEN BELL PEPPERS



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My mother used to make this for me when I was young and I still like it. She doesn't have a recipe so I had to create it from her notes.

Provided by Pudgie Dog

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 Stuffed Peppers, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cooked rice
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
3 green peppers
12 ounces vegetable juice
1/4 cup catsup
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the green peppers in half, top to bottom, and clean out the seeds and core.
  • Pre-cook the peppers about 1/2 way done. I used the microwave about 4-5 minutes. Set them aside.
  • Dice the onions and saute until translucent.
  • Add the ground beef, salt and pepper to taste, and cook until done.
  • Add the diced tomatoes with the juice to the ground beef mixture and cook for about 5 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix the ground beef mixture, and the rice together.
  • Add about 3/4 of the the can of V8 juice, and the Catsup with the mixture.
  • Taste test the mixture and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  • Stuff each of the Green Pepper halves with the ground beef/Rice mixture.
  • Add the remaining mixture to the bottom of the casserole dish and push each of the stuffed Green Peppers in the casserole.
  • Pour the remaining V8 juice over the Stuffed Green Peppers and rice mixture.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 F for 30 to 35 Minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.9, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 705.8, Carbohydrate 61.1, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 13.5, Protein 27.1

TRADITIONAL STUFFED PEPPERS



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My husband, Steve, loves this stuffed pepper recipe. They're so filling and easy to prepare. I serve them with mashed potatoes and coleslaw for a no-fuss supper. -Karen Gentry, Somerset, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large green peppers
1/2 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided
1 cup cooked rice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds. Place peppers in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place in ice water; invert on paper towels., In a small skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Remove from the heat. Stir in 1 cup tomato sauce, rice, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Spoon into peppers. , Place in an ungreased shallow 2-qt. baking dish. Drizzle with remaining tomato sauce. Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until peppers are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

EASY STUFFED PEPPERS



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A 15-minute supper that calls for just five ingredients and won't leave you feeling stuffed!

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Snack, Supper, Vegetable

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 red peppers
2 x pouches cooked tomato rice (we used Tilda Rizazz Mediterranean Tomato)
2 tbsp pesto
handful pitted black olives, chopped
200g goat's cheese, sliced

Steps:

  • Use a small knife to cut the top out of 4 red peppers, then scoop out the seeds. Sit the peppers on a plate, cut-side up, and cook in the microwave on High for 5-6 mins until they have wilted and softened.
  • While the peppers are cooking, mix two 250g pouches cooked tomato rice together with 2 tbsp pesto and a handful of chopped pitted black olives and 140g of the sliced goat's cheese.
  • Scoop the rice, pesto, olives and goat's cheese mix into the peppers, top with the remaining 60g sliced goat's cheese and continue to cook for 8-10 mins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 2.14 milligram of sodium

EASY STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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Make and share this Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by heather3404

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 1/2 peppers, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 bell peppers
2 lbs ground beef (approximately 2- 2 1/2 lbs)
1/2 medium sweet onion (1/2 -1 onion is fine)
1 cup uncooked rice (I used white rice)
3 (10 3/4 ounce) cans campbell's tomato soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can water (from used soup can)
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
garlic, to taste

Steps:

  • Cut and clean 3 bell peppers length wise from stem to butt. Remove seeds and stem and set aside.
  • Mix ground beef, onion, rice, and 1 can of tomato in large glass bowl. Season as desired with salt, pepper, garlic, etc --.
  • Pour 1 can of tomato soup into a deep baking pan and add 1 can of water. Mix together.
  • Fill each pepper 1/2 with ground beef until all the peppers are full and meat mixture is gone. Place each stuffed pepper into pan. Use 1 can of tomato soup to top each pepper.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 450 degrees for approximately 1 hour or until peppers are soft.
  • ****You can also add cheese or other toppings to the top of the peppers. In addition, if you don't have rice you can use Ritz crackers. Some people like to add an egg to the meat mixture to help the meat stick together. I like to serve these with a side or rice or mashed potatoes. They are even good with noodles. Quick, easy, and very yummy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.4, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 588.6, Carbohydrate 49.7, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 14.1, Protein 5.2

QUICK AND EASY STUFFED PEPPERS



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This microwave recipe is quick and very simple, and is a good meal for a busy work week. You can use any color peppers you like. Try using garbanzos instead of the kidney beans for a variation on this recipe.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Categories     Vegetarian Stuffed Bell Peppers

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large red bell peppers, halved and seeded
1 (8 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, with liquid
⅓ cup quick-cooking brown rice
2 tablespoons hot water
2 green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed and drained
½ (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Arrange pepper halves in a 9 inch square glass baking dish. Cover dish with plastic wrap. Poke a few holes in the plastic wrap for vents, and heat 4 minutes in the microwave, or until tender.
  • In a medium bowl, mix tomatoes and their liquid, rice, and water. Cover with plastic, and cook in the microwave for 4 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
  • Stir green onions, corn, kidney beans, and red pepper flakes into the tomato mixture. Heat in the microwave for 3 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Spoon hot tomato mixture evenly into pepper halves, and cover with plastic wrap. Poke a few holes in the plastic to vent steam, and heat in the microwave 4 minutes. Remove plastic, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese, and allow to stand 1 to 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 351.9 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers: Look for large, firm bell peppers with smooth skin and no blemishes. Avoid peppers that are too soft or have bruises.
  • Prepare the peppers properly: Cut the tops off the peppers and remove the seeds and ribs. Rinse the peppers thoroughly and pat them dry.
  • Cook the rice ahead of time: This will save you time when you're assembling the stuffed peppers. Cook the rice according to the package directions and let it cool completely.
  • Use a variety of fillings: Meat, vegetables, and grains are all great options for stuffed peppers. Get creative and try different combinations to find your favorite.
  • Season the filling well: Don't be afraid to use plenty of herbs and spices to flavor the filling. This will help the stuffed peppers taste their best.
  • Stuff the peppers tightly: This will help prevent the filling from falling out during cooking.
  • Bake the stuffed peppers until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through: This usually takes about 30 minutes.
  • Serve the stuffed peppers immediately: Stuffed peppers are best served hot. Enjoy them with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Stuffed peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a little planning, you can easily make stuffed peppers that your whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give stuffed peppers a try.

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