Jul 13 2026

Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Make Stuffed Peppers Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Filling

Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare the Bell Peppers

    Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set aside.

Cooking the Filling

  1. 3

    Cook the Onions and Garlic

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little oil and cook the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  2. 4

    Brown the Ground Beef

    Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

  3. 5

    Add Remaining Filling Ingredients

    To the skillet, add cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined and heated through.

Stuffing the Peppers

  1. 6

    Stuff the Peppers

    Spoon the beef and rice mixture into each bell pepper until filled. Place them upright in a baking dish.

  2. 7

    Add Cheese

    Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.

Baking

  1. 8

    Bake the Peppers

    Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Garnishing

  1. 9

    Garnish with Parsley

    Remove the stuffed peppers from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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