Easy One Pan Unstuffed Pepper Skillet
A comforting and hearty dish that captures the essence of stuffed peppers without the hassle of traditional preparation, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces bell peppers (any color), chopped Fresh and crunchy, bringing color and sweetness.
- 1 piece yellow onion, diced Adds flavor and sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for sautéing.
- 2 teaspoons Potatoes Slayer or veggie spice blend Adds depth and complexity.
- 5-6 cloves garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
- 1 pound ground beef (or any ground meat) Provides protein.
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste Concentrates tomato flavor.
- 14.5 ounces can diced tomatoes Adds freshness.
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice Absorbs flavors.
- 1 tablespoon beef bouillon Enriches the dish.
- 2 cups water (or beef broth) Used for cooking the rice.
- 2 cups shredded cheese (half sharp cheddar, half pepper jack) Melty topping.
- to taste black pepper Rounds out flavors.
- to taste garlic and herb seasoning blend Enhances flavor.
- to taste Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning Adds spice.
- to taste Italian seasoning Adds herbal note.
- to taste dried parsley for garnish (optional) For presentation.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped bell peppers and diced onion, sautéing for about 10 minutes until they are soft and slightly caramelized.
- Add minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until it's browned, draining excess grease.
- Stir in your choice of seasonings to coat the meat.
- Mix in the tomato paste and allow it to cook for about 2 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes, uncooked rice, beef bouillon, and water, mixing well.
- Bring the mixture to a boil; then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir the mixture, sprinkle cheese on top, cover again, and let the cheese melt.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
Prep ingredients ahead to speed up cooking. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Don't rush the sautéing step.