Ground Beef Stuffed Pepper Skillet

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Total Time: 38 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free broth)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. ground beef
• ½ onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup green bell pepper, diced
• ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
• 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
• ¾ cup Jasmine rice (or any white rice)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (your choice of variety)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the onion and garlic. Cook until the beef is crumbled and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess fat.
2. Return the skillet to the heat. Add the diced green and red bell peppers, diced tomatoes, rice, beef broth, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 18 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
4. Once the rice is cooked, gently fluff it with a fork. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the rice and beef mixture.
5. Cover the skillet again and allow the cheese to melt over low heat.
6. Garnish the dish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes:

• This one-skillet meal is not only flavorful but also easy to clean up.
• Feel free to customize the cheese to your liking or add other vegetables as desired.
• For a spicier kick, consider adding a dash of chili flakes.

This Ground Beef Stuffed Pepper Skillet combines the classic flavors of stuffed peppers with the convenience of a one-pan meal. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

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