Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium Bell Peppers – Use various colors for visual appeal; green, red, yellow, or orange.
- 1 pound Ground Beef – Can substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based meat.
- 1 cup Cooked Rice – White, brown, or even cauliflower rice works well.
- 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced Tomatoes – Fire-roasted tomatoes add extra depth of flavor.
- 1 medium Onion, diced – Can use yellow, white, or red onions.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced – Adjust according to taste; garlic powder is a substitute.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil – Can use any neutral cooking oil.
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning – Herbs de Provence or a mix of dried oregano, basil, and thyme.
- Salt and Pepper to taste – Adjust according to preference.
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (optional) – Cheddar or mozzarella work well; skip for dairy-free.
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers, cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook until everything is heated through and peppers are tender.
- Top with cheese if desired and allow it to melt before serving.
Notes
Chop the bell peppers into uniform size for even cooking. Brown the ground beef well to enhance the overall flavor of the dish. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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