Description
Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers are a comforting and flavorful dish that everyone will love. This recipe features vibrant bell peppers filled with a savory mix of Italian sausage, rice, and marinara sauce, all topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these stuffed peppers are not only delicious but also customizable to fit various dietary needs. With their colorful presentation and hearty filling, they make an impressive yet easy meal option that can be prepared ahead of time for quick weeknight dinners. Discover the joy of cooking with this delightful recipe that blends simplicity with mouthwatering flavors.
Ingredients
- 3 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Chicken broth
- Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Slice bell peppers in half and remove seeds. Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Pre-bake for 20 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until onions are translucent.
- Stir in uncooked rice, marinara sauce, chicken broth, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Fluff the mixture with a fork after resting and fill each pre-baked pepper half generously with the stuffing mixture.
- Top each pepper with shredded mozzarella cheese and bake covered for another 15 minutes; then broil uncovered for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Customize your filling by using ground turkey or quinoa instead of sausage and rice. Don't skip pre-baking the peppers; it ensures they come out tender. Serve on a bed of greens or alongside extra marinara for added flavor.