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Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers

I’m thrilled to share my recipe for Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers with you! Picture tender bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, savory mushrooms, and diced onions, all topped off with melting Gruyere cheese! It’s a dish that I crafted with love, perfect for cozy nights in or impressing guests with minimal effort!

A bite taken out of ground beef stuffed bell peppers in tomato sauce and melted cheese.

Why I Love This Recipe

I love this recipe because it’s my own take on stuffed bell peppers, combining the stuffing technique from our Feta Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers and flavors from our Trader Joe’s Meatball dish with a touch of Japanese meat sauce flavor! It’s an easy, delicious, and filling complete meal all in one dish!

In my version, ground beef is sautéed with Japanese-inspired flavors, stuffed into bell peppers, topped with cheese, and baked until golden brown. The combination of juicy ground beef, tender bell peppers, and melted cheese creates a mouthwatering dish perfect for anyone craving a satisfying meal. And the best part is that during the baking, it gives me plenty of time to cook up another dish or prepare a fresh salad dressed!

So if you’re looking for a hassle-free dinner that’s bursting with flavor, you’ve got to try my Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe—it’s a game-changer!

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • Bell Peppers – use any color bell peppers (red, green, yellow, orange etc.)
  • Olive Oil – extra virgin olive oil or olive oil of choice.
  • Ground Beef – best to use ground beef with an 80/10 lean ratio. Can also use ground turkey but will alter the taste.
  • Salt – sea salt preferred.
  • Black Pepper – ground.
  • Onion – yellow or brown onion.
  • Mushrooms – common button white mushrooms. Can also use cremini mushrooms.
  • Tomato Paste – in a can.
  • Diced Tomatoes – freshly diced tomatoes or diced canned tomatoes.
  • Sweetener use your preferred sweetener.
  • Shredded Gruyere – shredded mozzarella cheese will work as well.

Additional Add Ins

For an extra flavor boost to the beef mixture, consider adding Chopped Garlic or Chili Powder.

Step by step pictures showing how to stuff a bell pepper with ground beef.

Essential Kitchen Equipment

Directions

Step 1 Cut off the tops of the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Drizzle some olive oil inside each pepper and place them in a baking dish.

Bell pepper top being removed.

🫑 Tender Bell Pepper Pro Tip

For softer stuffed bell peppers, bake them an Extra 10 Minutes or Blanch in Hot Water for 2-3 Minutes before baking. This ensures a tender texture to your liking without sacrificing flavor.

Step 2 In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, stirring occasionally, until it’s browned and no longer pink. Add in diced onions and mushrooms, and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Ground beef in a frying pan.

Step 3 Then, stir in tomato paste, diced or crushed tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and your preferred sweetener. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.

Ground beef mixed with a tomato sauce.

Step 4 Next, spoon the beef mixture into each bell pepper until they are filled to the top. Sprinkle shredded Gruyere cheese on top of each pepper, covering the beef mixture. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bell peppers are tender.

Stuff bell pepper in a baking dish.

Step 5 Once the peppers are tender, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt and turn golden brown.

Stuff bell pepper with melted cheese on top.

🌿 Garnishing Pro Tip

For a finishing touch, garnish your dish with fresh Chopped Parsley.

Pairing Recommendations

Consider serving these stuffed bell peppers alongside a refreshing Broccoli Caesar Salad, featuring crisp greens and tangy dressing. For a heartier option, a side of Creamy Chicken Soup adds warmth and comfort to the meal!

Ground beef stuffed bell peppers with tomato sauce baked in a baking dish topped with fresh parsley, top down shot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I boil the bell pepper?

Boiling bell peppers before stuffing them can yield a very tender texture and shorten baking time, but it's not mandatory. Opting to bake the peppers longer in the oven can also achieve the desired tenderness, eliminating the need for boiling. This method allows the flavors to blend seamlessly during the baking process.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef for this recipe?

Yes, you can absolutely use ground turkey instead of ground beef for this recipe! However, it's important to note that the taste may be slightly altered due to the difference in flavor between ground turkey and ground beef.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it later?

While you can make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it later, I highly recommend enjoying it fresh out of the oven for the best taste and texture.

What kind of cheese works best for topping the stuffed bell peppers?

For topping the stuffed bell peppers, any kind of melting cheese works beautifully. Some excellent options include mozzarella, cheddar, Monterey Jack, or even Swiss cheese.

Storage Tips

To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate. They will stay fresh for 3-5 days.

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Ground beef stuffed bell peppers with tomato sauce baked in a baking dish topped with fresh parsley.

Ground Beef Stuffed Bell Peppers with Tomato Sauce

Get ready to savor the irresistible combination of tender bell peppers, savory ground beef, and melted Gruyere cheese in this delectable dish! Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or meal prep, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite!
5 from 4 votes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Japanese
Keyword: Asian stuffed peppers, best stuffed peppers with tomato sauce, ground beef stuffed bell peppers
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Print Recipe
Calories: 377kcal

Ingredients

  • 4-6 Whole Bell Peppers
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 3/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Whole Onion yellow/brown
  • 1 Cup Mushrooms common white
  • 1 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
  • 1/2 Cup Shredded Gruyere

Instructions

  • Gather all the ingredients.
    Ingredients for stuff bell peppers with ground beef on the countertop.
  • Preheat oven to 400F.
    Oven being preheated.
  • Cut the tops off the bell peppers. The easiest way to do this is to cut around the stem about a half inch from the top of the bell pepper. When you’ve cut the entire way around, gently pull the stem and the top should come off in one piece. Scoop out the seeds and fibers with a spoon.
    Bell pepper top being removed.
  • Place bell peppers cut side up in a baking dish and drizzle around 1 tbsp of olive oil. If they are having trouble standing up, just cut a little sliver off the bottom.
    Bell pepper in a baking dish.
  • Next, slice mushrooms and dice onions.
    Chopped mushrooms.
  • In a large frying pan, add 1 tbsp of olive oil on medium-high heat. Without waiting for the oil preheat, add ground beef and break apart with a wooden spoon/spatula. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 3 minutes.
    Ground beef in a frying pan.
  • Add diced onions and mushrooms and cook until softened. Approximately 3 minutes.
    Ground beef, onions and mushroom in a frying pan.
  • Add in tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes and stir to combine. Lastly, add sweetener and continue to sauté until well incorporated and liquid has reduced, approximately 5 minutes.
    Ground beef mixed with a tomato sauce.
  • Remove pan from heat and spoon meat sauce mixture into each bell pepper and top with cheese. Cover bell peppers with foil and bake until desired doneness of the bell peppers, around 25-30 minutes.
    Stuff bell pepper in a baking dish.
  • Then uncover and bake until cheese is melted and bubbly. Approximately 5 minutes.
    Stuff bell pepper with melted cheese on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 692mg | Potassium: 616mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 213IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 3mg

*Values Based Per Serving

 

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