Description
Mediterranean-inspired stuffed pepper skillet delight brings zesty flavors and hearty comfort to dinner tables. Juicy bell peppers, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese create a quick, one-pan masterpiece you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 15 ounces (425 grams) can diced tomatoes
- 1 8 ounces (227 grams) can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Grains and Cheese:
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1–2 cups Colby Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Sear ground beef and vegetables in a spacious skillet, breaking meat into crumbly fragments while incorporating diced green and red peppers, onion, oregano, salt, and pepper over medium flame until meat transitions from pink to brown and vegetables soften.
- Introduce minced garlic to the sizzling mixture, stirring continuously to release its robust aromatics without burning, allowing the fragrance to permeate the ingredients.
- Create a flavor-rich liquid base by pouring beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and balsamic vinegar into the skillet. Elevate heat to trigger a vigorous boil, then gently fold in rice.
- Reduce heat to a gentle simmer, cover the skillet, and allow the rice to absorb the savory liquid. Monitor the cooking process, ensuring rice reaches tender consistency and most liquid is absorbed, approximately 20-25 minutes.
- Eliminate skillet from heat source and integrate one portion of cheese, stirring until thoroughly distributed throughout the mixture. Sprinkle remaining cheese across the surface, then restore lid to encourage uniform melting.
Notes
- One-pan wonder that combines all the classic stuffed pepper flavors without the hassle of traditional stuffing methods.
- Perfectly balanced meal delivering protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates in a single skillet for easy weeknight cooking.
- Balsamic vinegar adds a subtle tangy depth that elevates the overall flavor profile beyond typical ground beef dishes.
- Choose long-grain white rice for best texture, ensuring each grain remains separate and fluffy after cooking.
- Letting the cheese melt under a covered skillet creates a gooey, irresistible topping that brings the entire dish together.
- Ideal for meal prep, as the recipe reheats beautifully and maintains its robust flavors when stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg