These stuffed peppers are filled with a tasty mix of rice, ground beef, and spices, then topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Quick, easy, and ready in under 20 minutes, they’re perfect for a weeknight meal!

Why You’ll Love It:

• Perfect texture: Peppers stay firm, not soggy.
• Healthy and filling: Packed with protein, carbs, and veggies.
• Great leftovers: Tastes even better the next day!
• Customizable: Use your favorite fillings and seasonings.

Ingredients:

• 6 large bell peppers
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 14 oz ground beef
• 1¾ cups cooked rice
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1¼ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
2. Cut the tops off the peppers and remove seeds and veins. Set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
4. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in cooked rice, spices, and tomatoes. Let simmer.
5. Fill each pepper with the mixture.
6. Place peppers in the air fryer and cook for 15 minutes. Top with mozzarella and cook 2 more minutes until cheese melts.
7. Garnish with parsley, serve, and enjoy!

Tips & Tricks:

• Spray the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking.
• If peppers don’t stand upright, trim a bit off the bottom to make them flat.
• Leave space between peppers for even cooking.
• Switch up the protein or veggies to suit your taste!

Storing Leftovers:

• To store: Refrigerate in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
• To freeze: Wrap in foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• To reheat: Use the air fryer for best results.

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Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Bell peppers stuffed with rice, ground beef, and spices, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Ready in just 20 minutes!

Duration:

• Prep: 8 minutes
• Cook: 15 minutes
• Total: 23 minutes

Ingredients:

• 6 large bell peppers
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 14 oz ground beef
• 1¾ cups cooked rice
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1¼ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
2. Cut tops off peppers, remove seeds, and set aside.
3. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in rice, spices, and tomatoes.
4. Stuff peppers with the filling.
5. Air fry for 15 minutes, then top with cheese and cook for 2 more minutes.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes:

• Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
• Reheat in the air fryer for best results.