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Unstuffed Pepper Skillet
Carolina Gomez

Unstuffed Pepper Skillet

Unstuffed Pepper Skillet is a quick, one-pan meal with ground beef, bell peppers, rice, and savory tomato sauce—packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 325
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 bell peppers red, green, yellow, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup uncooked rice white or brown
  • 2 cups beef broth or chicken broth
  • 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese optional for topping
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet with lid
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Stir in onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add rice, broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and seasonings. Stir well.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  6. Remove lid, stir, and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Top with shredded cheese and cover for 2 minutes until melted (optional).
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx. 6 servings):
  • Calories: 325
  • Protein: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 5g