Stuffed Peppers without Rice
Ingredients
- 4 red bell peppers
or another color
- 1 Tbs vegetable oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¼ cup water
- ½ cup cream cheese
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup shredded cheese
- ½ Tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- 4 handfuls tortilla chips
optional
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the taco seasoning.
- 3
Remove the top and core from the bell peppers, making as wide a hole as possible. Cut off a small part of the bottom so that they can stand upright. Be careful not to cut off too much, you don't want any holes in the bottom.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat, then place the ground beef in the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, until browned.
- 5
Add the seasoning to the meat, and pour over the water. Mix well, lower the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the cream cheese and sour cream to the pan and mix and simmer until well combined.
- 7
Place the bell peppers upright in the baking dish and spoon in the beef mixture. Top with cheese.
- 8
Bake in the middle of the oven for 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden. Serve with tortilla chips.
Stuffed Peppers without Rice
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About this Recipe
Craving a satisfying, flavorful meal that fits a low-carb lifestyle or just want to switch things up from traditional recipes? These Stuffed Peppers without Rice are your new weeknight hero, delivering robust Tex-Mex flavors with incredible ease.
This recipe stands out by thoughtfully omitting rice, focusing instead on a rich, savory ground beef filling blended with creamy cheese and vibrant seasonings. It’s designed for maximum flavor impact with minimal fuss, ensuring tender bell peppers brimming with a cheesy, irresistible core. The clever combination of cream cheese and sour cream creates a luxuriously smooth texture within the filling, setting it apart from drier, rice-heavy versions.
Prepare for a delightful combination of textures and tastes that will make these Stuffed Peppers without Rice a new favorite. You'll enjoy the subtle sweetness and gentle bite of perfectly cooked bell peppers, which become wonderfully tender as they bake. These peppers lovingly envelop a hearty, seasoned ground beef mixture that bursts with the classic flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine. The creamy texture from both cream cheese and sour cream within the filling, paired with a generous layer of melted, bubbly shredded cheese on top, creates a truly comforting and gooey experience. Each bite brings a harmonious blend of chili, cumin, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes, making this dish a flavorful and fulfilling main course that's surprisingly easy to prepare.
While red bell peppers offer a lovely sweetness, feel free to use any color bell pepper you prefer—green or yellow varieties work beautifully and add visual appeal. The robust Tex-Mex seasoning blend, featuring chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and oregano, can be adjusted to your taste for heat and spice, or you can opt for your favorite store-bought taco seasoning for convenience. For an extra textural crunch and a perfect scoop for any leftover filling, don't forget the optional tortilla chips served alongside!
These savory Stuffed Peppers are perfect for a casual family dinner, a cozy night in, or as an impressive dish for guests. They are delicious served simply as they are, or you can present them with a generous side of crunchy tortilla chips to complement the rich, cheesy filling and offer a textural contrast.