Description
Cheesy Mexican Stuffed Peppers are a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines wholesome ingredients for a delicious meal. Ideal for family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep, these stuffed peppers feature seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, corn, and melted cheese—creating a burst of flavor in every bite. They’re easy to customize with your favorite toppings and can be made ahead of time, making them a perfect addition to your weeknight menu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups cooked rice
- 6 large bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1½ tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2⅓ cups shredded cheese (sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds. Season the insides with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef with diced onion until browned. Stir in spices.
- Mix in corn, black beans, rice, and cheeses until well integrated.
- Fill each pepper generously with the mixture and top with more cheese.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg