22 Easy Stuffed Pepper Recipes – Quick Classic Dinners
Short on time? Try these 22 easy stuffed pepper recipes! Quick, flavorful, and versatile meals with options for every dietary preference. Perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Need some dinner inspiration that is a call-back to our childhoods?
If you’re like me, finding the time and energy to prepare a nutritious and delicious dinner after a long day at work can be a real challenge. But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered!
Today, I’m sharing a list of 22 easy stuffed pepper recipes that will make dinner time a breeze. These recipes are not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients.
Plus, they’re versatile enough to cater to various dietary preferences and restrictions, making them perfect for the whole family.
Why Your Family Will Enjoy These Easy Stuffed Peppers Recipes
Stuffed peppers are a fantastic dinner option because they are essentially a meal in a vegetable “bowl,” which means less cleanup for you! You can fill them with a variety of ingredients—from meats and grains to veggies and cheese—ensuring a balanced and satisfying meal.
In the list below, I’ve tried to find as MANY protein options as possible. Whether you prefer traditional ground beef, adventurous lamb, or a vegan delight, there’s a stuffed pepper recipe here for everyone.
Easy Side Options for Stuffed Peppers
To complement these delectable stuffed peppers, here are some quick and easy side options that you can whip up in no time:
- Simple Green Salad: Toss together mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a light vinaigrette.
- Garlic Bread: Toast some crusty bread with garlic butter for a delicious, crunchy side.
- Steamed Vegetables: Broccoli, green beans, or asparagus with a sprinkle of salt and a dash of olive oil.
- Extra Quinoa or Rice: Perfect for soaking up all the extra flavors from your stuffed peppers.
- Roasted Potatoes: Season with rosemary and garlic for a savory side.
These sides are easy to prepare and pair wonderfully with any of the stuffed pepper recipes in this list. They add a nice variety to your meal without requiring too much additional effort.
Get ready to enjoy some fabulous meals without the stress. Let’s dive into these easy stuffed peppers recipes and make dinner time something to look forward to!
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Easy Stuffed Pepper Recipes
Deliciously Easy Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers
Your entire family will enjoy these flavorful deliciously easy Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers! A quick and versatile recipe for a colorful, tasty dinner.
Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Peppers
These enchilada stuffed peppers are unique and tasty. They are loaded with black beans, chunks of chicken, have corn, tomatoes and avocados and plenty of cheese. After you serve these once, your family will request them often!
Turkey Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Serve these tasty and healthy stuffed peppers over a bed of rice for a complete meal. They have seasoned turkey with quinoa for a hearty and delicious take on stuffed peppers.
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Make some meatless stuffed peppers for a hearty and healthy meal idea. This recipe is easy to prepare and easy on your wallet while delivering bold delicious flavors in each colorful bite.
Santa Fe Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Bring bold Santa Fe flavors to your table with this easy and yummy meatless stuffed pepper recipe. These are stuffed with quinoa, black beans and corn and topped with sour cream for a great medley of southwestern flavors.
Roasted Red Pepper Caprese Salad
Make some caprese stuffed peppers for a fresh meal that no one can resist. Red peppers are roasted and stuffed with mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. These are sure to be a fast favorite for a light meal on a hot summer night.
Chipotle Chicken Avocado Stuffed Peppers
Chicken, avocado and chipotle spices come together to make a unique and delicious stuffed pepper. Serve these with plenty of cheese and a little salsa and sour cream for a chicken dinner that everyone can enjoy.
Lamb Stuffed Peppers with Rose Harissa
Give your stuffed peppers a spin by adding lamb instead of beef. This recipe is ultra delicious and rather easy. I know your family will love the combination of lamb and couscous in colorful peppers.
Big Mac Stuffed Peppers In The Slow Cooker
If you crave Big Mac flavor but could do without the calories, then this slow cooker recipe is for you! These stuffed peppers are bursting with beefy flavor and have a savory yogurt sauce that is super tasty.
Mushroom Stuffed Peppers
This hearty pepper recipe uses walnuts, mushrooms and quinoa for filling. Top that with some melty cheese and you have an amazing and satisfying dinner option that is perfect for a nutritious meatless meal that is loaded with flavor.
Mexican Stuffed Bell Peppers
Black beans, ground beef and rice make this stuffed pepper recipe deliciously filling. This easy and budget friendly dish will be a favorite with your family. Offer cheese, sour cream and taco toppings so everyone can make their stuffed pepper the way they like it.
Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
Bring the classic flavor of Philly sandwiches to stuffed peppers. This recipe is so good; peppers stuffed with thin steak slices and melty cheese makes for a meal that no one can resist. You won’t even miss the bun!
Pizza Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers make a great place to add loads of pizza flavors. This recipe is so easy to recreate at home and can be customized to suit your preferences. From meats to veggies, you can add whatever you like to this yummy dish.
Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef (on the Grill)
Make some ground beef stuffed peppers and top them with plenty of cheese for a one pot meal that can be prepared on the grill. This recipe is so hearty and filling, but it is also easy for a fuss free family meal.
Greek Ground Chicken Stuffed Peppers with Feta and Tomatoes
Give your next batch of stuffed peppers a tasty twist by adding ground chicken to the mix. This recipe uses brown rice, feta cheese and a great blend of spices to deliver a distinctly greek flavor that everyone will love.
Italian Stuffed Peppers
Use red, green, orange and yellow peppers to make this recipe as colorful as it is flavorful. This recipe uses elk meat and chorizo, but you can use ground beef or Italian sausage to make it with delicious results.
Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers
Make these stuffed peppers on a night when you crave a good burger but are trying to eat healthier. With cheese, pickles and all of the good stuff you expect in a burger, you won’t even miss the bun.
Breakfast Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers aren’t just for dinner! This recipe tucks sausage and eggs into colorful pepper halves for a great way to start your day with a nutritious breakfast.
Taco Stuffed Peppers
Skip the shells and tuck taco flavor into a pepper! This recipe is so easy and so versatile. Your family will love seeing this on the table as an alternative to the average taco dinner night.
Vegan Stuffed Peppers Lentils
Make some lentil stuffed peppers for a vegan meal that is so delicious even carnivores will want to try them. This dish is both budget friendly and delicious.
No Rice Stuffed Peppers (with Ground Chicken)
Make some low carb stuffed peppers with ground chicken and frozen riced cauliflower for a filling meal that isn’t too heavy but is ultra healthy!
Chicken Meatloaf Stuffed Peppers
This is not your mama’s stuffed pepper recipe. It is a mash-up of favorites. With chicken meatloaf and tender peppers, this dish offers a medley of great flavors in every bite.
Which stuffed peppers recipe are you trying first? Let me know in the comments below!
Happy Cooking!
