Easy Stuffed Peppers Recipe

These Easy Stuffed Peppers are a weeknight favorite, loaded with juicy ground beef, tender rice, tomatoes, herbs, and melted cheese.

They’re baked to perfection and make a wholesome, colorful, family-friendly dinner. Simple to prepare, delicious to eat, and perfect for meal prep! Save this recipe for a comforting dinner idea everyone will love.

Easy Stuffed Peppers

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Dish / Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 1 pepper each
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers:

  • 6 large bell peppers (any color), tops cut off and seeds removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Filling:

  • 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

For Topping:

  • Extra cheese for melting
  • Fresh parsley (optional)
Keyword Easy Stuffed Peppers

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