Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ketchup

These Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers with Ketchup are a hearty, no-fuss dinner idea that combines bold flavors and comforting ingredients. Sweet bell peppers are generously packed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, fragrant garlic, sautéed onions, and fluffy cooked rice, then crowned with a tangy layer of ketchup. Baked until tender, these peppers are finished with melted shredded cheese for a gooey, satisfying touch. With a short prep time of just 20 minutes and a family-friendly appeal, this recipe makes a perfect weeknight meal. Plus, the added step of steaming the peppers in the oven ensures they're perfectly tender every time. Serve these vibrant and cheesy stuffed bell peppers fresh out of the oven for a comforting dinner everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole bell peppers
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 small, diced onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 cup, divided ketchup
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes. Set the peppers aside and dice the tops for use in the filling.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, diced pepper tops, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Mix in the cooked rice, 1/2 cup of ketchup, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir until evenly combined, then remove from heat.

Step 6

Stuff each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish.

Step 7

Pour 1/2 cup of water into the bottom of the baking dish to help steam the peppers while they cook.

Step 8

Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of ketchup over the tops of the stuffed peppers.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each pepper. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Let the peppers cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1855.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2202.0

Total Fat 131.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 442.2mg	0%
Sodium 4547.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 63.8g
Protein 116.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 957.4mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 2450.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 27.2%