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Easy Unstuffed Peppers

Effortless Easy Unstuffed Peppers Skillet in Just 30 Minutes

Course: Comfort Food
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30 Minute Meal, comfort food, Easy Unstuffed Peppers, Healthy Dinner, One-Pan Recipe, Quick Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Easy Unstuffed Peppers are a quick and flavorful way to enjoy a comforting meal with minimal effort.
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Equipment

  • large sauté pan

Ingredients

For the Skillet

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil or butter.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef For a vegetarian twist, swap with cooked lentils.
  • 1 cup Diced Onion Adds sweetness and depth.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Infuses aromatic goodness.
  • 2 cups Diced Bell Peppers Feel free to mix varieties.
  • 1 cup Low Sodium Beef Broth Can substitute with chicken or vegetable broth.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Canned options work, but homemade is best.
  • 1 cup Dry White Rice Brown rice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Use provolone for dairy-free option.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large sauté pan, warm up a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add your ground beef and cook for about 10 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until it's browned thoroughly.
  • Toss in the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.
  • Stir in the diced bell peppers, broth, tomato sauce, dry rice, dried basil, oregano, parsley, and black pepper.
  • Cover the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil, which should take around 5 minutes.
  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer, keeping it covered for 20-25 minutes.
  • Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top, cover again, and heat until melted and gooey.

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving for added color and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg