Description
A comforting and hearty dish that combines ground beef, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers for a satisfying meal without the fuss of traditional stuffed peppers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 cup rice (cooked)
- 2 bell peppers (diced)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the meat: Start by heating your large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef (or turkey), chopped onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the meat is browned and the onions become translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add vegetables and seasoning: Once browned, introduce the diced bell peppers to the skillet. Follow with the canned diced tomatoes, cooked rice, and sprinkle in that Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything well.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to mingle and simmer for about 10-15 minutes while the flavors meld together.
- Serve hot: Once finished, serve the unstuffed peppers hot, topping with a sprinkle of cheese if desired.
Notes
Make ahead for convenience. Customize with different proteins or add other vegetables for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: unstuffed peppers, easy dinner, ground beef recipe, one pot meal, comfort food