Description
Flavorful, healthy, and incredibly convenient, this unstuffed pepper skillet brings the classic taste of traditional stuffed peppers to the dinner table in under thirty minutes. By cooking seasoned ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, fragrant aromatics, and fluffy rice together in one pan with a rich tomato sauce, you achieve a cohesive, delicious meal without the tedious stuffing and long roasting times. Perfect for busy weeknights, it is a family-favorite that keeps textures perfect and flavors bold.
Ingredients
1 lb 85/15 lean ground beef
3 large bell peppers, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup pre-cooked white or brown rice
15 oz plain canned tomato sauce
0.5 cup low-sodium beef broth
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
Drain any excess oil from the skillet.
Add the diced onion and bell peppers, sautéing until they begin to soften about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the tomato sauce, beef broth, and Italian seasoning, stirring to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Stir in the pre-cooked rice until heated through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Use multi-colored peppers for a sweeter profile. Feel free to sprinkle with a little shredded mozzarella or cheddar before serving if desired.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Trending
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
