🫑 Cheesy Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers | Easy Oven-Baked Dinner

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Cheesy Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers are a family favorite! Sweet bell peppers are stuffed with a hearty, flavorful beef and rice mixture, topped with melted cheese, and baked to perfection. They’re high in protein, low in sugar, and easy to make ahead — ideal for healthy dinners or meal prep.

🥘 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

• 6 medium bell peppers (any color)

• 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef

• 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup tomato sauce (no added sugar)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds. Set aside.

3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant.

4. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.

5. Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

6. Spoon the beef mixture evenly into each bell pepper.

7. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.

8. Bake for 25 minutes, then uncover and sprinkle cheese on top.

9. Bake another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm!

🧊 Storage & Meal Prep Tips

• Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge.

• Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

• Freeze uncooked stuffed peppers for up to 2 months — bake when ready.

🌱 Variations

• Low-Carb Version: Use cauliflower rice instead of white rice.

• Vegetarian: Replace beef with lentils, quinoa, or black beans.

• Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce.

• Cheese Lovers: Try mixing mozzarella with parmesan for extra flavor.