Description

If you’re craving all the cozy flavors of classic stuffed peppers without the hassle, this Unstuffed Peppers skillet dinner is the perfect solution. Made in one pan and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a quick and easy recipe that’s both hearty and healthy. Packed with ground beef, bell peppers, rice, and a savory tomato-based sauce, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners. Ideal for quick dinners, meal prep, and anyone looking for satisfying food ideas that fit into easy dinner, healthy snack, or comfort meal categories.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

2 bell peppers chopped (red and yellow)

1 medium onion diced

2 cloves garlic minced

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice

1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

1 cup white rice uncooked

2 cups beef broth

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons chopped parsley optional

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.

2. Add chopped onion and bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

4. Add uncooked rice to the skillet. Bring to a light boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 18–20 minutes until the rice is tender.

5. Remove from heat, stir gently, and let sit for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For a low-carb version, substitute white rice with cauliflower rice and reduce broth accordingly.

This dish reheats well—just add a splash of broth when warming it up for best texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: One-Pot
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
Calories: 410
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 870mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: quick dinner, one-pan meal, unstuffed peppers, healthy skillet recipe