Stuffed Peppers Recipe

This stuffed peppers recipe is a comforting classic featuring tender bell peppers filled with a savory mix of ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish offers endless variations from vegetarian stuffed peppers to spicy Mexican-style stuffed peppers. It’s hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. Find more healthy and tasty Stuffed Peppers Recipe ideas here.

Ingredients

• 4–6 bell peppers (any color: red, green, yellow, or orange)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground beef (or substitute with turkey, chicken, or sausage)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped (optional for spice)
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes
• 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or wild)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack)
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley and red pepper flakes for garnish

How to Cook

• Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
• Blanch peppers in boiling water for 5 minutes to slightly soften, then drain and place upright in a lightly oiled baking dish.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions, chopped pepper tops, and jalapeño; cook for 5 minutes.
• Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
• Stir in ground beef and cook until browned, about 6 minutes.
• Add fire-roasted tomatoes, rice, paprika, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
• Stir in half of the shredded cheese.
• Stuff each bell pepper with the mixture and top with remaining cheese.
• Bake for 15–20 minutes or until peppers are tender and cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes before serving.

Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Servings: 4