Ingredients
– 4 large bell peppers (any color)
– 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
– 1 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
– 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
– Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers involves a few simple steps. Follow this guide to whip up an incredible dish effortlessly:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Peppers: Wash the bell peppers. Cut the tops off and remove the seeds. Set aside.
3. Cook Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil; then sauté the diced onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and ground meat, cooking until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
4. Add Ingredients: Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined and heated through.
5. Stuff Peppers: Spoon the filling into each prepared bell pepper, packing it down slightly. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish.
6. Cover with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper, ensuring they are covered well.
7. Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish: Once removed from the oven, let the peppers rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro before serving.
9. Serve: Enjoy your Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers warm!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g