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
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)
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