Best BBQ Stuffed Bell Peppers Your Family Will Love
Enjoy the Best BBQ Stuffed Bell Peppers, loaded with flavorful ground beef, cheddar cheese, and spices, perfect for family dinners.
Equipment
- - Grill
- - Skillet
Ingredients
For the Peppers
- 4 pieces Bell Peppers Choose vibrant colors for added taste.
For the Filling
- 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey.
- 1 cup Rice Prepare long grain white rice according to package directions.
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Use any melting cheese for a fun twist.
- 1 medium Red Onion Can substitute with shallots.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be an optional substitute.
- 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Use fresh tomatoes as a refreshing alternative.
- 1 can Green Chilies Can replace with jalapeños for added spice.
- 1 teaspoon Thyme Italian seasoning can be a substitute.
For the Sauces
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can stand in if needed.
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for milder flavors.
- to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the grill to 375°F for even cooking.
- Slice the bell peppers in half and remove seeds and membranes.
- Cook long grain white rice according to package instructions.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté diced red onion for 5 minutes.
- Add ground beef and brown for 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add cooked rice, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, green chilies, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in half of the cheddar cheese until melted.
- Stuff each halved bell pepper with the filling and top with remaining cheese.
- Place stuffed peppers on the grill and cook for 30-40 minutes until soft.
Notes
These stuffed peppers make fantastic leftovers, perfect for meal prep.