A fast and filling one-pan meal with seasoned ground beef, bell peppers, rice, tomato sauce, and melted cheese—packed with classic stuffed pepper flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 bell peppers (any color), chopped
2 cups cooked rice
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
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Add onion and garlic. Cook for 2–3 minutes until soft.
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Add bell peppers and cook for 5–6 minutes until starting to soften.
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Stir in rice, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning. Mix to combine.
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Reduce heat and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and cook 3–4 minutes until melted.
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Garnish and serve warm.