Savory One-Pan Stuffed Pepper Casserole
This One-Pan Stuffed Pepper Casserole combines lean beef, bell peppers, onions, tomato sauce, and cheese for a simple, hearty, and family-friendly meal—all baked in one dish.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ pounds lean ground beef
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
- 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Dice onions and bell peppers.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Cook onion and peppers 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic, cook 1 minute.
- Push veggies aside, brown ground beef 8 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil.
- Stir in drained tomatoes, cooked rice, and tomato sauce. Cook 2-3 minutes, then adjust seasoning.
- Top with mozzarella. Bake uncovered 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges crisp.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm.