Here’s a one-pan Stuffed Pepper Skillet recipe — all the flavors of classic stuffed peppers without baking individual peppers. Quick, cheesy, and full of savory goodness! 🌶️🧀🍚
🌶️ Stuffed Pepper Skillet
Serves: 4–6
Prep & Cook Time: ~35–40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (optional: use multiple colors)
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 1 3/4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the meat
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef, onion, and bell pepper. Cook until meat is browned and veggies are soft.
- Drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Add rice and liquids
- Stir in uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, broth, and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer 18–20 minutes (white rice) or 30–35 minutes (brown rice), until rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
3. Add cheese
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the skillet.
- Cover for 2–3 minutes to melt.
4. Serve
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions.
- Serve hot — it’s a complete meal in one skillet!
Variations & Tips
- Low-carb version: Use cauliflower rice instead of rice.
- Spicy version: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Vegetarian: Replace meat with black beans or lentils.
- Extra flavor: Top with avocado slices or a dollop of sour cream.
If you want, I can give a quick 20-minute version using pre-cooked rice to make it super fast for weeknights.
