Taco Stuffed Peppers
Taco Stuffed Peppers are a colorful and nutritious dinner option that combines savory ground beef, wholesome brown rice, and vibrant bell peppers. This dish is not only gluten-free but also incredibly versatile; you can easily swap the beef for ground turkey or chicken to suit your taste. With every bite, you will enjoy a delightful mix of spices that brings a zesty taco flavor to the table. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, these stuffed peppers are quick to make, ready in just about 30 minutes. Serve them hot with your favorite toppings for a hearty meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bell peppers
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 18 oz can black beans, drained & rinsed
- 15 oz can corn, drained & rinsed
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 taco seasoning packet
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut bell peppers in half and remove seeds.
- Bake peppers in a baking dish for 5 minutes.
- Sauté diced onion with olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, cooked brown rice, and taco seasoning; mix well.
- Fill each pepper half with the mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes; then add cheese on top and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 575mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://recipesbyceleste.com/taco-stuffed-peppers/