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Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers Recipe

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This Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers recipe is a quick and flavorful way to enjoy a classic comfort food with a healthier twist. Ground beef is seasoned and mixed with rice and tomatoes, then stuffed into colorful bell peppers and cooked perfectly in the air fryer. Topped with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh parsley, this dish is delicious, easy to prepare, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Meat and Seasonings

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ½ tsp salt

Rice and Tomato Mixture

  • 1¾ cups cooked rice
  • 15 oz. diced tomatoes
  • 6 oz. tomato paste

Vegetables and Toppings

  • 4 whole bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • Chopped parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown 1 lb. of ground beef. Once cooked through, drain the excess grease to keep the dish light and flavorful. Then, stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and ½ tsp salt to season the meat evenly.
  2. Add Rice and Tomato Mixture: Incorporate 1¾ cups of cooked rice, 15 oz. of diced tomatoes, and 6 oz. of tomato paste into the skillet with the browned beef. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients and cook for an additional 3 minutes to meld the flavors together.
  3. Prepare Bell Peppers: While the mixture cooks, prepare 4 whole bell peppers by cutting off the tops and carefully removing the seeds and cores to create hollow vessels ready for stuffing.
  4. Stuff the Peppers: Fill each of the hollowed bell peppers with the beef and rice mixture, ensuring they are generously filled but not overstuffed to allow even cooking.
  5. Air Fry the Stuffed Peppers: Place the stuffed peppers upright in the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in two batches. Cook at 360°F for 10 minutes to allow the peppers to soften and the filling to heat through.
  6. Add Cheese and Garnish: Carefully remove the peppers from the air fryer, top each with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly distributed, and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Return the peppers to the air fryer and cook for an additional 3 minutes to melt the cheese perfectly.
  7. Serve: Remove the peppers from the air fryer and plate them for serving. Enjoy warm as a hearty and delicious meal.

Notes

  • If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with plant-based meat or cooked lentils.
  • Use any color of bell peppers based on your preference or what’s available.
  • Make sure to drain excess grease after browning the beef to reduce fat content.
  • You can prepare the rice and beef mixture ahead of time and refrigerate before stuffing the peppers.
  • Air fryer basket sizes vary; adjust the number of peppers cooked at once accordingly.
  • For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the beef mixture.

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