Description
Looking for a cozy, quick dinner idea that packs flavor and saves time? This Stuffed Pepper Casserole is the perfect easy dinner recipe that transforms classic stuffed peppers into a one-pan weeknight wonder. It’s loaded with seasoned ground beef, colorful bell peppers, tender rice, and melted cheese for the ultimate comfort food fix. Whether you’re meal prepping, feeding a hungry family, or craving hearty food ideas, this healthy casserole ticks all the boxes for breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or a wholesome, balanced meal.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
2 cups beef broth
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
3. Stir in chopped red and green bell peppers. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
4. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
5. Add uncooked rice and beef broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender. If using cooked rice, reduce broth to 1 cup and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Sprinkle cheese over the top, cover and let melt for 3-5 minutes or broil until bubbly.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Swap in ground turkey or vegetarian meat crumbles to suit your diet.
Using pre-cooked rice shortens the cook time; just reduce broth accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Skillet or Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg