Stuffed Pepper Casserole with Ground Beef and White Rice
This one-pot stuffed pepper casserole with ground beef and white rice is the ultimate cheesy comfort food dinner. Made in a stovetop-to-oven skillet with simple ingredients, this easy family-friendly casserole is packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 3 bell peppers seeded, diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 1 15-oz can tomato sauce
- 1 14.5-oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- parsley for garnish
- 1 15-oz can corn drained, rinsed, optional
- 1 15-oz can black beans drained, rinsed, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in onions and peppers; cook until softened.
- Add garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in uncooked rice, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and broth.
- Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake uncovered for 10–12 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 31g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fat: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg