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Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe

Savory Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe for Cozy Nights

This Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe is a comforting and delicious weeknight dinner that everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if desired.
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can be replaced with ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Substituting with shallots can enhance the dish's aroma.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Orange or yellow bell peppers can also be used.
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Any bell pepper color can substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Adjust quantity based on preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian/Cajun Seasoning Use a mix of dried herbs if unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste, particularly if using canned ingredients.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly cracked black pepper is preferred.
  • 14.5 ounces Canned Diced Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be replaced if in season.
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice Brown rice can be used, adding extra liquid and cooking time.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth serves as a vegetarian alternative.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar/Mozzarella) Experiment with different cheese blends for diverse flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Can be omitted or substituted with other fresh herbs.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Greased Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook until fully browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Add the diced yellow onion and bell peppers into the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well and let simmer for a minute.
  5. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, uncooked long grain white rice, and beef broth. Stir together and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Check that the rice is tender and transfer mixture to a greased baking dish if necessary. Top with shredded cheese.
  7. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

You can prepare everything up to the baking step and refrigerate for 24 hours. Just add some extra baking time when ready to cook.

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