Cheesy and meaty with a zesty flavor from homemade taco seasoning, this casserole has just the right balance of ground beef, peppers, rice, and cheese!
Why We Love This Recipe
Stuffed Peppers are a go-to for us and this great variation has a yummy tex-mex flavor! This casserole is quick and easy to put together. Prep only takes minutes, and using instant rice means it cooks fast! Extra ingredients (and veggies) can be added to stretch this dish even further. Corn, black beans or pinto beans, or zucchini (or even extra peppers) are all good choices.
Ingredients/Variations
Stuffed Pepper Casserole only uses a handful of ingredients! MEAT This recipe uses ground beef with Homemade Taco Seasoning. Ground chicken, ground turkey or shredded rotisserie chicken would taste great too! VEGGIES Fresh bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes are loaded into this casserole. Feel free to add corn, jalapenos or some beans to stretch this dish even further! RICE Instant rice is the perfect addition to this casserole! Out of instant rice? To use long-grain white rice, cook the rice in broth on the stove according to package directions or use leftover rice. If using cooked rice, do not add broth to the casserole. Try tomato basil rice for a delicious twist! CHEESE This casserole is topped with cheddar cheese, but any cheese will taste great. Use Tex-Mex or Monterey Jack for an extra kick! VARIATIONS Want more spice? Add some chili powder or try swapping the tomato sauce for homemade enchilada sauce!
How To Make Stuffed Pepper Casserole
This recipe is every bit as easy as the typical undone stuffed pepper casserole. Serve with a Mexican corn salad or black bean and corn salad.
Delicious Toppings
Once baked, set out an assortment of toppings for a fun taco casserole bar!
Sauces: Salsa or Pico de Gallo, sour cream, and guacamole Veggies: Cilantro, green onions, and diced tomatoes Chips: Crumbled corn chips or tortillas
Tips for Perfect Stuffed Pepper Casserole
Want a little more sweetness and color? Balance the green pepper with red, yellow and orange! The instant rice called for in this recipe is also known as Minute Rice. Tomato sauce can be substituted for crushed tomatoes or even salsa if needed. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freezer for up to 4 months! Reheat in a 350°F oven with a foil cover until heated through, or in the microwave on a covered plate. If reheating from frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge first.
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