Description
This Stuffed Pepper Casserole is a comforting and flavorful twist on classic stuffed peppers. Made with ground beef or turkey, bell peppers, rice, and a blend of savory spices, this easy one-pot meal is perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess grease if needed.
- Add the diced peppers, uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Stir in half of the shredded cheese.
- Transfer to a casserole dish if desired, top with the remaining cheese, and broil for 2–3 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- To make it spicy, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
- This dish is also freezer-friendly and reheats well for meal prep.
