Pizza Stuffed Peppers Dinner

Pizza Stuffed Peppers bring together all the crave-worthy flavors of pizza in a satisfying veggie-forward dinner. Each pepper is filled with a rich mixture of ground beef, pepperoni, marinara, rice, and cheese. It is a crowd-pleaser that makes getting extra vegetables on the table easy and delicious for the whole family.

When I first put this together for a weeknight dinner I was amazed at how much my kids enjoyed it. Now they ask for these stuffed peppers whenever pizza night rolls around.

Ingredients

• Bell peppers: offer vibrant color and natural cups for the filling choose firm peppers with shiny skin
• Olive oil: gives a rich base for sautéing vegetables always use extra virgin for the best flavor
• Yellow onion: adds sweetness and depth to the filling look for onions with tight skin and no soft spots
• Mini pepperonis: bring in classic pizza flavor opt for turkey pepperoni if you want less fat
• Ground beef: gives a savory heartiness aim for 85 percent lean so the filling is juicy but not greasy
• Seasoned salt: boosts overall flavor and ties together the filling make sure it is fresh for the best taste
• Onion powder: amplifies the aromatic base
• Garlic powder: creates subtle sharpness
• Italian seasoning: gives a signature herby pizza flavor try to find a blend with oregano and basil up front
• Marinara sauce: keeps the mixture moist and punchy use one with minimal added sugar for a healthier option
• Mozzarella cheese: offers the essential gooey topping and classic pizza stretch freshly shredded melts best
• Minute rice: rapidly cooks with the filling white or brown both work
• Beef broth: enriches the rice and brings everything together choose a reduced sodium version if you are watching salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

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