Stuffed Peppers Recipe

If you're looking for a filling meal that will satisfy everyone at your table, you've come to the right place. This top-rated stuffed pepper recipe is a crowd favorite, with reviewers calling it "delicious," "easy," and "full of flavor." Here's how to make these savory stuffed peppers:

How to Make Stuffed Peppers

Making classic stuffed bell peppers is easier than you think. Follow these simple steps for a flavorful, hearty meal.

Step 1: Prepare the Rice and Beef

Start by cooking rice in a covered saucepan with water until it's tender. While the rice is cooking, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until browned and crumbly, about 7 to 9 minutes. Once done, set aside.

Step 2: Stuff the Peppers

Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes inside. If necessary, trim the bottoms of the peppers so they stand up straight. Arrange them in a baking dish, hollowed side up. Now, prepare the filling by mixing the cooked rice, ground beef, half of the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spoon the mixture evenly into each pepper.

Step 3: Add Sauce and Bake

In a separate bowl, mix the remaining tomato sauce with Italian seasoning. Pour this over the stuffed peppers. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven at 350F (175C) and bake for about 1 hour, basting the peppers with sauce every 15 minutes. The peppers are done when they're tender and the filling is hot.

How Long to Cook Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed peppers are made with cooked ground beef, so they should be fully baked within an hour. You'll know they're ready when the peppers are tender. The entire recipe, including prep time, takes about 90 minutes.

What to Serve with Stuffed Peppers

Wondering what to pair with these stuffed peppers? For side dish ideas, check out our collection of the best side dishes for stuffed peppers.

How to Store Stuffed Peppers

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight in the fridge for 3 to 5 days. Let the peppers cool completely before storing to prevent bacterial growth.

Can You Freeze Stuffed Peppers?

Yes! Stuffed peppers freeze really well. To freeze them, wrap each cooled pepper individually in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil. Store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you're ready to enjoy, thaw the peppers overnight in the fridge, then reheat them in the oven at 350F (175C) for 15 to 20 minutes until heated through.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

• "This is my favorite stuffed pepper recipe!" raves FunOldGuy. "I sprinkle grated Asiago cheese on top and steam the peppers instead of baking them. The uncooked stuffed peppers freeze very well."
• "This was really good and super easy to throw together," says lilhizzle. "I used spaghetti sauce instead of the tomato sauce mixture and topped it with Cheddar cheese during the last 10 minutes of cooking."
• "A huge hit for dinner!" says Lauren517. "I made them with brown rice instead of white and topped with mozzarella cheese during the last few minutes of baking! I baked the peppers raw and they turned out perfect!"

Ingredients

• 1 cup cold water
• cup uncooked long grain white rice
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound ground beef
• 6 medium green bell peppers
• 16 ounces tomato sauce, divided
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• teaspoon garlic powder
• teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350F (175C). Gather all ingredients and follow these steps:

1. Bring the water and rice to a boil in a covered saucepan. Reduce heat to low and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and crumbly, about 7 to 9 minutes.
3. Cut off the tops of the bell peppers, remove seeds and membranes, and slice the bottoms if needed to ensure they stand upright. Arrange peppers in a baking dish with the hollowed sides facing up.
4. Mix the cooked rice, cooked ground beef, half of the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spoon this filling evenly into each pepper.
5. Combine the remaining tomato sauce with Italian seasoning, then pour over the stuffed peppers.
6. Bake in the preheated oven, basting with sauce every 15 minutes, until peppers are tender, about 1 hour.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 248
• Total Fat: 9g (12% DV)
• Saturated Fat: 4g (18% DV)
• Cholesterol: 46mg (15% DV)
• Sodium: 564mg (25% DV)
• Total Carbohydrates: 26g (9% DV)
• Dietary Fiber: 4g (13% DV)
• Total Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 16g (32% DV)
• Vitamin C: 96mg (107% DV)
• Calcium: 40mg (3% DV)
• Iron: 3mg (19% DV)
• Potassium: 659mg (14% DV)