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Delicious unstuffed pepper skillet with colorful vegetables and spices.

Unstuffed Pepper Skillet

An easy and flavorful dish that combines ground meat, bell peppers, tomatoes, and rice in one pan, offering all the taste of stuffed peppers without the hassle.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground meat (beef, turkey, or chicken) Use lean ground meat to reduce grease.
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red, green, yellow, or orange)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup cooked rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option) Use cooked rice for best results.
  • 1 tsp paprika Use mild paprika for less spice.
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust to preference.
  • for cooking Olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  3. Add the ground meat and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook until they start to soften.
  5. Add the diced tomatoes, cooked rice, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  6. Mix well and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until heated through and flavors are combined.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

For serving, top with shredded cheese, fresh parsley, or chopped green onions. It goes well with a side salad, crusty bread, or warm tortillas. Cook the rice ahead to speed up meal prep.