Description
A hearty and flavorful one-pan meal that combines all the classic flavors of stuffed peppers in an easy-to-make casserole format.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers (red and green), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet or pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add uncooked rice, beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring mixture to a simmer, then cover and cook for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Stir the mixture, then top evenly with shredded cheese.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or chicken as a lighter alternative to beef.
- Swap white rice for brown rice or quinoa for added fiber.
- Make it spicy by adding crushed red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg