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Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers

These deconstructed stuffed peppers are so hearty and savory! This quick and easy one-skillet recipe takes just 25 minutes to make. Great for meal prep, leftovers, busy weeknights, and healthy family dinners!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 bell peppers finely chopped
  • ½ cup onion finely chopped
  • 1 pound ground meat beef or turkey
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked rice brown rice or cauliflower rice

Instructions

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  1. First, add the oil, chopped peppers, and onions to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Once the veggies are tender, add the ground meat to the skillet. Cook until browned and crumbly.
  3. Then, add the remaining ingredients to the skillet. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Finally, remove the pan from the heat. Ladle into bowls and serve!

Notes

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  • Nutrition Facts
  • Nutrition Facts Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers Amount Per Serving Calories 422 Calories from Fat 243 % Daily Value* Fat 27g42%Saturated Fat 9g56%Trans Fat 1gPolyunsaturated Fat 1gMonounsaturated Fat 13gCholesterol 81mg27%Sodium 1165mg51%Potassium 804mg23%Carbohydrates 23g8%Fiber 4g17%Sugar 7g8%Protein 23g46% Vitamin A 2336IU47%Vitamin C 85mg103%Calcium 59mg6%Iron 4mg22% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
  • Calories 422
  • Calories from Fat 243
  • % Daily Value*
  • Fat 27g
  • 42%
  • Saturated Fat 9g
  • 56%
  • Trans Fat 1g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 13g
  • Cholesterol 81mg
  • 27%
  • Sodium 1165mg
  • 51%
  • Potassium 804mg
  • 23%
  • Carbohydrates 23g
  • 8%
  • Fiber 4g
  • 17%
  • Sugar 7g
  • 8%
  • Protein 23g
  • 46%
  • Vitamin A 2336IU
  • 47%
  • Vitamin C 85mg
  • 103%
  • Calcium 59mg
  • 6%
  • Iron 4mg
  • 22%
  • Feel free to use any ground meat in this recipe.  Turkey, beef, chicken, and pork all work well.
  • Continue cooking until the veggies are tender.
  • If needed, add in more tomato sauce or broth to avoid dryness.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat leftovers in a skillet.

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    Nutrition Facts Deconstructed Stuffed Peppers Amount Per Serving Calories 422 Calories from Fat 243 % Daily Value* Fat 27g42%Saturated Fat 9g56%Trans Fat 1gPolyunsaturated Fat 1gMonounsaturated Fat 13gCholesterol 81mg27%Sodium 1165mg51%Potassium 804mg23%Carbohydrates 23g8%Fiber 4g17%Sugar 7g8%Protein 23g46% Vitamin A 2336IU47%Vitamin C 85mg103%Calcium 59mg6%Iron 4mg22% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.