Easy Chili Cheese Stuffed Peppers
Bold, meaty chili meets tender roasted bell peppers in this comforting twist on a classic. Topped with melty cheddar and packed with flavor, these stuffed peppers are a cozy, all-in-one meal your whole crew will love.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Total Time: 55 mins
- Yield: 6–8 1x
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 lb ground beef
2 (15 oz) cans chili beans, drained
2 (15 oz) cans stewed whole tomatoes
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tbsp ground pepper
1 tbsp chili powder
2 tsp celery seed
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp ground cumin
4–6 cups chicken stock
6–8 large bell peppers (red, green, or orange), tops cut off and seeds removed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add garlic, chopped green bell pepper, and onion. Sauté until softened.
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Stir in chili beans, stewed tomatoes (break them up slightly), spices, and chicken stock. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until thickened slightly.
Place hollowed bell peppers in a baking dish. Spoon chili mixture into each one.
Top with cheddar cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes. Uncover and bake 5–10 more minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve warm, optionally topped with sour cream or chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 28g
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