Ground Beef Italian Stuffed Peppers Classic Twist

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

This Italian stuffed peppers recipe features bell peppers filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, and Italian seasonings. It’s an easy dinner recipe that the whole family will love, making it a perfect weeknight meal.

With minimal prep and straightforward cooking steps, these ground beef stuffed peppers can be on the dinner table in less than an hour.

Easy Ground Beef Italian Stuffed Peppers Recipe

These Italian stuffed peppers are made by combining cooked ground beef with rice, tomato sauce, and Italian spices, all stuffed into hollowed bell peppers and baked until tender. This satisfying meal serves 4 and is ideal for busy evenings.

Ingredients

4 large bell peppers (any color)
1 pound ground beef
1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
1 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare Peppers: Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Place the peppers upright in a baking dish.
Cook Beef and Veggies: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the diced onion and minced garlic until the beef is no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
Mix Filling: Stir in the cooked rice, marinara sauce, oregano, basil, and season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.

Stuff Peppers: Spoon the beef mixture into each bell pepper, packing it in lightly. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is bubbly.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired. Serve hot.