Description

This Unstuffed Pepper Skillet brings all the delicious flavors of stuffed peppers into an easy-to-make one-pan dish. Featuring ground beef, bell peppers, rice, and a savory tomato sauce, it’s a perfect meal for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

1½ pounds ground beef

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

½ yellow onion, diced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon minced garlic

14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes, drained

15 oz can tomato sauce

2 cups instant white rice

Beef broth (salted), as needed for cooking rice

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Instructions

Sauté the Veggies: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced green and red bell peppers, along with the diced onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
Brown the Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.
Season Everything: Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together to evenly distribute the spices.
Combine the Rest: Add the drained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and instant rice to the skillet. Stir to combine, then pour in enough beef broth to cover the rice. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Simmer: Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork, then serve immediately.

Notes

Vegetarian Version: Use black beans or lentils instead of ground beef for a vegetarian option.

Cheese Addition: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top before serving for an extra creamy touch.

Spicy Kick: Add chopped jalapeños or chili powder to the beef mixture for some heat.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 60mg