Stuffed Pepper Casserole
Experience the warmth of family meals with this Stuffed Pepper Casserole. Bursting with tender bell peppers, savory ground meat, and aromatic spices, this dish is a perfect blend of comfort and flavor. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s easy to customize and simplifies cleanup—all in one dish! Serve this vibrant casserole at your next family gathering, and watch as it becomes an instant favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups bell peppers (chopped, mixed colors)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Chop the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces. Sauté onions in a pan over medium heat until translucent.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground meat for about 5–7 minutes while breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in cooked rice, diced tomatoes, and spices. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture followed by half of the peppers. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and cover with foil. Bake for 30–35 minutes. Remove foil during the last 10 minutes to create a golden cheesy crust.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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