Unstuffed Pepper Skillet (Printable)

Classic stuffed pepper flavors cooked together in one skillet for a quick, satisfying 30-minute meal.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound lean ground beef

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 large bell peppers, diced
03 - 1 medium onion, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juices

→ Grains

06 - 2/3 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked

→ Liquids

07 - 2 cups low-sodium beef or chicken broth

→ Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

→ Toppings

13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

# How-To:

01 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
02 - Add the diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and become fragrant.
03 - Stir in the uncooked rice, diced tomatoes with their juices, broth, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly to distribute all seasonings evenly.
04 - Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, or until rice is tender and most liquid has been absorbed.
05 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover, and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes until melted. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Its stuffed pepper flavor without the tedious prep work
  • The rice absorbs all those savory pepper juices while cooking
  • Everything cooks together so cleanup is practically nonexistent
02 -
  • Resist the urge to lift the lid while rice simmers
  • The residual heat finishes the rice perfectly
  • Let it stand covered before serving so flavors settle
03 -
  • Use a deep skillet with a tight-fitting lid
  • Fire-roasted tomatoes transform this from good to unforgettable

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