Stuffed Pepper Skillet
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
938 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Stuffed Pepper Skillet
Description
Stuffed Pepper Skillet blends ground beef with bell peppers and jalapeño, cooked until the meat is browned and the peppers soften. The mixture simmers in tomato sauce seasoned with cumin, chili powder, onion, and garlic powders, creating a rich and mildly spiced base. This flavorful blend is combined with Spanish style rice and topped with shredded cheese, which melts under a short covered rest, adding creamy texture to the dish.
The resulting skillet meal balances the heartiness of ground beef and rice with the brightness of bell peppers and the subtle heat from jalapeño and spices. It is straightforward to prepare in one pan and can be garnished with cilantro and green onions for added freshness. Suitable as a filling main course, it pairs well with simple sides or salads.
As a variation, substituting ground Italian sausage for beef introduces a different flavor profile that complements the Tex-Mex seasoning despite seeming unconventional. This flexibility allows for slight adjustments based on preference. Freshly prepared, it is best served warm to enjoy the melted cheese and blended flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef see note, lean
- 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 3 bell pepper diced, any color
- 1 jalapeño seeds and stem removed, finely chopped
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cumin ground
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup beef broth
- 3 cups Spanish style rice 2 packets of Spanish style minute-rice works great, prepared
- 1 cup cheese or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, Fiesta blend
- cilantro optional, for garnish
- green onions optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil, ground beef, diced bell peppers, and chopped jalapeno.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring and using a spatula or spoon to break up the ground beef, until meat is completely browned and peppers are becoming tender.
- Stir in tomato sauce, salt, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and beef broth.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-10 minutes til reduced and thickened.
- Stir in rice. Top with shredded cheese. Cover for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with cilantro and green onions if desired and serve.
Notes
- Ground Italian sausage can be used instead of ground beef to vary the flavor.
- Use any color of bell peppers to suit your preference or what you have on hand.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions to brighten the flavors before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 938 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 938kcal | 47% |
| Carbohydrates | 122g | 41% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 1313mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 985mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 3591IU | 72% |
| Vitamin C | 123mg | 137% |
| Calcium | 272mg | 27% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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