Description
Easy Unstuffed Peppers offers a speedy, flavor‑packed dinner featuring smoked beef, tender bell peppers, fluffy rice, and juicy tomatoes seasoned with Italian herbs. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one‑pan meal serves four and delivers comforting colors and hearty protein without the hassle of stuffing each pepper. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal‑prep, or a quick family favorite, it pairs well with crusty bread or a simple salad. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle fresh parsley for extra shine!!!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers, chopped
- 1 pound smoked beef, diced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Shredded cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add smoked beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in bell peppers, rice, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook 10‑15 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Optional: sprinkle cheese, cover, and melt before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor
- add a splash of low‑sodium broth during simmering. Leftovers reheat well on the stove.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Easy Unstuffed Peppers, quick dinner recipes, easy weeknight meals, smoked beef recipes, one pan dinner, healthy dinner ideas, rice and pepper dish, Italian seasoned vegetables, simple family meals, 30 minute meals