Description
Stuffed Pepper Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish combining hearty ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices, all topped with melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on your pantry staples. Each mouthful offers a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors, making it an instant favorite among both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/plant-based substitute)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (preferably fire-roasted)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in cooked rice and diced tomatoes; mix well.
- Add chopped bell peppers and chicken broth; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg