Best 11 Simple And Easy Stuffed Peppers Recipes

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Are you looking for a simple and easy weeknight meal that will have your family asking for seconds? Tired of ordering takeout and want to make a delicious meal at home? Look no further than stuffed peppers! This classic comfort food is made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. With its combination of bell peppers, ground beef, rice, and vegetables, this dish is a complete meal in one. So grab your apron and get ready to make a flavorful and satisfying stuffed peppers recipe that will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.

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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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 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

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

STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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Food Network's Ree Drummond shares this easy recipe for healthy, satisfying stuffed bell peppers.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 bell peppers, any color
4 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
8 ounces lean ground beef
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 medium zucchini, finely diced
4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and finely diced
Red pepper flakes, as needed
1 cup cooked long-grain and wild rice
1 1/2 cups grated pepper Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cut the tops off the peppers. Remove and discard the stems, then finely chop the tops; set aside. Scoop out the seeds and as much of the membrane as you can. Place the peppers cut-side up in a baking dish just large enough to hold them upright.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef, season with salt and pepper and cook, breaking up the lumps, until the meat is cooked through and just beginning to brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to get rid of the fat.
  • Wipe out the skillet and add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the onions and chopped peppers and cook until beginning to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and zucchini and cook for another minute. Add the tomatoes and season with salt and a pinch or 2 of red pepper flakes. Cook until everything is heated through, then stir in the beef and rice. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese.
  • Fill the peppers with the rice mixture and top each with a sprinkle of the remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Pour a small amount of water into the bottom of the baking dish and drizzle the peppers with a little olive oil. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until the peppers are soft and the cheese is melted and lightly browned, another 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323, Fat 22 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 50 milligrams, Sodium 287 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 6 grams

THE BEST STUFFED PEPPERS



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We've made this classic easier and faster by using the microwave to par-cook the peppers, saving you about 45 minutes of cook time! This is a great recipe to use up leftover rice. Be sure to really pile in the filling (mounding it is ok) as it will shrink as it cooks.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 large red, orange or yellow bell peppers
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely grated
2 teaspoons thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 plum tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cooked rice
2 cups shredded Muenster cheese

Steps:

  • If your peppers don't sit upright on your cutting board, trim about 1/8-inch off the bottoms to even them out so they can stand without falling over. Cut the top off each pepper about 1/2-inch down. Remove and discard the stems, then finely chop the remaining flesh from the tops. Scoop out the seeds and as much of the membranes as you can. Place the peppers in a large microwave-safe bowl with 1/2 cup water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high power for 12 minutes. Carefully uncover and let them sit until ready to assemble.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Spread the beef in an even layer and cook undisturbed until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Toss and continue to cook, breaking up any clumps with the back of a spoon and scraping up any browned bits from the pan until the meat is lightly browned all over, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer the browned meat to a large bowl with a slotted spoon.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and add the reserved chopped peppers, onions, garlic, thyme, 4 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender but not browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until falling apart and much of the liquid has evaporated, about 7 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly until brick red colored, about 1 minute. Stir in the wine and cook until the mixture is reduced, very thick and no smell of alcohol remains, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Transfer to the bowl with the beef. Stir in the rice until completely combined. (The mixture will be wet.) Season with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F.
  • Place the peppers cut-side up in a 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Spoon the filling into the peppers, gently pressing it in with the back of a spoon. Be careful not to overstuff and split the sides of the peppers. Bake for 15 minutes. Then top with the cheese and continue baking until the filling is heated through and the cheese is browned in spots, 10 to 12 minutes.

EASY STUFFED PEPPERS



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Our Easy Stuffed Peppers deliver the full flavors of brown rice, mushrooms, spaghetti sauce and shredded cheese with a simple 20 minutes of prep.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2-2/3 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese, divided
4 green peppers, tops removed, seeded

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Combine rice, mushrooms, pasta sauce and 3/4 cup cheese.
  • Stand peppers in 2-qt. baking dish. Fill with rice mixture; cover.
  • Bake 30 to 35 min. or until peppers are crisp-tender and filling is heated through. Top with remaining cheese; bake 5 min. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 500 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

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.

SIMPLE STUFFED GREEN PEPPERS



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We always have a lot of extra peppers in the garden. So I prepare a bunch of these stuffed peppers, then freeze them for baking later. That way, we can enjoy them year-round. They're always a treat, no matter how often I serve them!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 medium green peppers, tops and seeds removed
1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) tomato soup, undiluted
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/2 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • In boiling salted water, cook peppers for 3-5 minutes. Remove and set aside. In a skillet, cook beef, onion and is tender. Drain any fat. Add seasonings and soup; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Stir in cheese; cook and stir until melted. Stir in rice. Fill peppers; place in a shallow baking dish. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers: Bell peppers are the most common type of pepper used for stuffing, but you can also use poblano, jalapeño, or Anaheim peppers. Look for peppers that are firm and have a deep color.
  • Prepare the peppers: Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs. If you are using a spicy pepper, you may want to wear gloves to protect your hands.
  • Cook the filling: The filling for stuffed peppers can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as ground beef, turkey, rice, vegetables, and cheese. Cook the filling until it is heated through.
  • Stuff the peppers: Once the filling is cooked, stuff it into the pepper halves. You can use a spoon or your hands to do this.
  • Bake the peppers: Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake them in a preheated oven until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Stuffed peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a little planning, you can easily make stuffed peppers that are sure to please everyone at your table.

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