mexican stuffed bell peppers

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Auburn, AL
Updated on May 5, 2025

I always try to do a little something different with ground beef. I made these ground beef and rice peppers. With some cheese on top, they make a complete dinner.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 6 large multi-colored bell peppers or solid green
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and chiles (10 oz)
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 14 ounces tomato sauce
  • 4 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained (15.25 oz)

How To Make mexican stuffed bell peppers

  • Step 1
    In a large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat, brown up ground beef – do not drain off grease.
  • Step 2
    Add in tomato sauce, spices, canned Rotel, and onion.
  • Step 3
    Reduce the heat in your skillet. Then, slowly add in cooked rice. Simmer until it thickens slightly.
  • Step 4
    Prepare the bell peppers by cutting off the top and following out the inside of the seeds and membrane. Secure a baking dish and fill it slightly with water.
  • Step 5
    Line up the peppers in the dish with water. Stir the meat mixture again and turn off the heat. It should be thick by now.
  • Step 6
    Fill the empty bell pepper cavities with rice and ground beef mixture.
  • Step 7
    After peppers are filled completely, add shredded cheese. I like to use Colby Jack.
  • Step 8
    I placed my 13 x 9 dish on top of a jelly roll pan, which is 11 x 7, just in case there are any drips, it won’t get down on the stove bottom.
  • Step 9
    Cover with aluminum foil and add it to the preheated oven.
  • Step 10
    Bake For 35 to 40 minutes. Pull out of the oven and let cool.
  • Step 11
    Serve and enjoy.

Discover More

Category: Beef
Ingredient: Beef
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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