Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole
A hearty, flavorful casserole combining seasoned ground beef, sautéed bell peppers, tomatoes, rice, and melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners or easy weeknights, with golden, bubbly cheese topping and bold Italian-inspired flavors.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Brown ground beef in a skillet with olive oil, drain excess fat
- Add diced onion and chopped bell peppers to skillet; cook 4-5 minutes
- Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, cooked rice, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper; simmer 5 minutes
- Transfer mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish
- Top with shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses
- Bake 25 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly
Notes
Meatless variation: Substitute ground beef with lentils or a meatless crumbles
Freezable: Let cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months
Add frozen corn or spinach for extra texture
Cover with aluminum foil during first 15 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning
Freezable: Let cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months
Add frozen corn or spinach for extra texture
Cover with aluminum foil during first 15 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning