Pioneer Woman Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Stuffed Pepper Casserole combines lean ground beef, diced bell peppers, and white rice, seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and paprika, and topped with melted cheddar cheese. A hearty dish perfect for family dinners, this casserole is easy to make and packed with flavor. Keywords: Stuffed Pepper Casserole, Pioneer Woman recipe, bell peppers, cheddar cheese, easy casserole, comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 large bell peppers, seeded and diced
- 1 onion, peeled and diced
- 1 ½ cups beef stock
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes
- 1 cup long-grain uncooked white rice
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons Montreal Grill Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet, then add the diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook until softened.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, beef stock, diced tomatoes, rice, Montreal seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice absorbs most of the liquid.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or use hot paprika.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Make ahead and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg