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Instant Pot Unstuffed Peppers: A Quick and Easy Dinner

Instant Pot Unstuffed Peppers


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  • Author: Laura Jennings
  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Enjoy the classic, hearty goodness of traditional stuffed peppers in a fraction of the time with this efficient one-pot meal. This Instant Pot recipe combines savory ground beef, long-grain rice, and vibrant bell peppers in a rich tomato base, all pressure-cooked to tender perfection. It is a fantastic, stress-free weeknight dinner solution that delivers all the comfort of the original dish without the tedious preparation of stuffing individual peppers.


Ingredients

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1 lb Ground Beef (90% lean)
4 large Bell Peppers, diced
1.5 cups Long Grain Rice, rinsed
2 cups Beef Broth, low-sodium
15 oz Tomato Sauce
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning


Instructions

Select the Sauté function on your pressure cooker to preheat the steel insert.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
Drain any excess fat from the pot.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Deglaze the pot by pouring in the beef broth and scraping the bottom of the pot to prevent burn warnings.
Add the rinsed rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and diced bell peppers into the mixture.
Close the lid and set the valve to the Sealing position.
Cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes.
Allow a 10-minute natural pressure release before opening the lid.

Notes

Ensure you rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch, which helps prevent a burn signal. You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey if preferred. Top with shredded mozzarella or cheddar before serving for an extra melty finish.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Trending
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg