Pioneer Woman Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe
A hearty Pioneer Woman stuffed pepper casserole recipe packed with lean ground beef, bell peppers, and rice, seasoned with garlic, smoked paprika, and topped with melted cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners, offering comfort and flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, diced tomatoes, beef stock, rice, grill seasoning, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner version.
- Use regular paprika if smoked paprika is unavailable.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg