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Stuffed Pepper Skillet

Irresistible Stuffed Pepper Skillet for a Cozy Dinner Night

This Stuffed Pepper Skillet combines fresh veggies and savory protein into a hearty meal, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 1 lb Ground meat choose beef, turkey, or chicken
  • 3 cups Diced bell peppers mix different colors
  • 1 cup Chopped onions yellow or white onions preferred
  • 3 cloves Minced garlic fresh garlic is best
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly cracked preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika try smoked paprika for depth
  • 2 cups Cooked rice or alternative grain quinoa or cauliflower rice are substitutes
  • 1 cup Tomato sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack
For Garnishing
  • ¼ cup Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro
  • ½ cup Sour cream or lime juice optional for serving

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Directions
  1. Wash and dice bell peppers, chop onions, and mince garlic.
  2. Heat skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add ground meat and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  3. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté for 3–4 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Stir in diced bell peppers, salt, pepper, and paprika, cooking for another 4–5 minutes.
  5. Fold in cooked rice and tomato sauce, stir well and let simmer on low for 5 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover, and cook on low for 3–5 minutes until melted.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with sour cream or lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 180mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor and experiment with different vegetables or proteins for variations.

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