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Unstuffed Pepper Skillet

A quick and hearty one-pan meal with ground beef or turkey, bell peppers, rice, tomatoes, and savory spices. Easy, colorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes 1 can
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • 1 cup water or chicken broth

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook ground meat in a large skillet over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and water or broth.
  4. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 15–20 minutes until rice is cooked.
  5. Remove from heat and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top; cover 2–3 minutes to melt.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
  7. Optional: serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Notes

Rice type may affect cooking time; adjust liquid as needed. Store leftovers in airtight container for 3–4 days. Freeze portions up to 2 months.