Unstuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients
- 1 clovegarlic
$0.08
- 1yellow onion
$0.32
- 2bell peppers
$1.53
- 1 tbspolive oil
$0.16
- ½ lbground beef
$2.85
- 115oz. can diced tomatoes
$1.00
- 1 clong grain white rice
uncooked
- 1 tspbasil
$0.10
- 1 tsporegano
$0.10
- ¼ tspblack pepper
$0.02
- 1 ½ cbeef broth
$0.07
- 18oz. can tomato sauce
$0.26
- 1 tspWorcestershire sauce
$0.01
- 1 cmozzarella
$0.85
- 1 tbspparsley
$0.05
Directions
- 1
Mince the garlic and dice the onion and bell pepper.
- 2
Add the olive oil and ground beef to a deep skillet. Cook the beef over medium heat until it is fully browned.
- 3
Add the diced onion, bell pepper, minced garlic, basil, oregano, and pepper to the skillet. Continue to cook and stir until the onions are soft.
- 4
Next, add the diced tomatoes (with juices), uncooked rice, and beef broth. Give everything a brief stir to combine.
- 5
Place a lid on the skillet and turn the heat up to medium-high. Allow the broth to come up to a full boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to low and let it continue to simmer for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, turn the heat off and let it rest, lid still in place, for another five minutes.
- 6
While the pot is simmering, combine the tomato sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
- 7
Once the rice has rested for 5 minutes, remove the lid and fluff it with a fork, gently folding the ingredients back together (peppers and tomatoes may float to the top while it simmers).
- 8
Pour the prepared tomato sauce over top, then sprinkled the shredded mozzarella over the sauce. Place the lid back on top and let the heat from the skillet melt the mozzarella. Once melted, sprinkle a little chopped parsley on top and serve.
Unstuffed Bell Peppers
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About this Recipe
Unstuffed Bell Peppers: Your New Favorite One-Pot Meal!
Craving the comforting flavors of classic stuffed bell peppers but short on time (or patience for stuffing)? Say hello to Unstuffed Bell Peppers, the ultimate one-pot meal that delivers all the deliciousness with none of the fuss! This ingenious skillet meal takes everything you love – savory ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, hearty rice, and a rich tomato sauce – and combines it into one easy, free-form bowl meal. It’s the perfect solution for a busy weeknight dinner, ready in just about an hour.
What makes this Unstuffed Bell Pepper recipe truly special is its incredible convenience without compromising on flavor. We start with aromatic garlic and sweet yellow onions, sautéed until fragrant, then brown the ground beef to perfection. Fresh bell peppers add a beautiful pop of color and sweetness, while diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth create a robust, flavorful base. Uncooked long-grain white rice cooks right in the skillet, absorbing all those wonderful savory notes, infused with dried basil and oregano. A hint of Worcestershire sauce deepens the umami, and a generous topping of melty mozzarella cheese brings it all together.
Tips & Variations for Your Skillet Meal
- Make it Your Own: Feel free to swap ground beef for ground turkey, chicken, or even a plant-based crumble for a lighter version.
- Add More Veggies: Boost the nutrition by tossing in diced zucchini, mushrooms, or carrots along with the bell peppers.
- Spice it Up: A pinch of red pepper flakes added with the garlic and onion will give this dish a gentle kick.
- Cheesy Swaps: While mozzarella is classic, try shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend of Italian cheeses for a different twist.
Serve this hearty Unstuffed Bell Peppers dish on its own, or with a simple green salad and some crusty bread for soaking up every last bit of that delicious sauce. It’s a complete meal that promises warmth, flavor, and incredibly easy cleanup!