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Colorful bell peppers filled with seasoned ground meat, rice, cheese, and fresh toppings, arranged on a rustic wooden table with vibrant ingredients visible.

Easy Taco Stuffed Peppers for Quick Weeknight Dinner

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A delicious, hearty stuffed pepper dish packed with seasoned meat, rice, and cheese, topped with fresh herbs for a quick and satisfying dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, cook until translucent.
  3. Add ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
  4. Mix cooked rice into the skillet with the meat mixture. Remove from heat.
  5. Stuff the peppers with the meat and rice mixture, top with shredded cheese.
  6. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef.
  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Baking, sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Dairy, Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg