Taco Stuffed Peppers
Taco Stuffed Peppers are a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine right to your table. These colorful bell peppers are generously filled with a savory mixture of lean ground beef, hearty brown rice, black beans, and spices, making them a nutritious option for family dinners or meal prep. Easy to make and fully customizable, you can swap in chicken or turkey for a lighter version. Perfectly baked until tender and topped with melted cheese, these stuffed peppers deliver an explosion of taste in every bite. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a fun way to enjoy a healthy dinner, Taco Stuffed Peppers will be a hit with everyone!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bell peppers
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 18 oz can black beans, drained & rinsed
- 15 oz can corn, drained & rinsed
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1½ cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Halve and seed the bell peppers.
- Place halved peppers in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil; bake for 5 minutes.
- In a large pan over medium heat, sauté diced onion with olive oil until soft.
- Add ground beef to the pan; cook until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, brown rice, and taco seasoning; mix well.
- Fill each pepper half with the beef mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 10 minutes; uncover, add cheese on top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://allcrockpots.com/taco-stuffed-peppers/