Easy Stuffed Peppers Recipe

This classic Stuffed Peppers recipe is a hearty, healthy, and flavorful recipe that the whole family will love. Colorful bell peppers stuffed with beef, rice, and tomatoes, then topped with mozzarella cheese and baked until perfectly tender, these stuffed bell peppers are the perfect weeknight dinner.
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[@rievechievrue8383]

Did not realize they needed to be par cooked before they were stuffed. That really should be mentioned in the video. I followed the directions to the letter and ended up with rather raw peppers with delicious filling to serve for Christmas.

[@nancygiron9068]

Every time I’m going to cook something new, I check to see if you have a recipe first. You are my go to! Thank you for your delicious recipes, dinner is going to be so good tonight

[@MultiEllinida]

In Greece we make stuffed peppers with tomatoes and we served them with baked potatoes and feta cheese and we call the dish Gemista☺️

[@PreppyKitchen]

You know feta is basically magic, ESPECIALLY if it's real feta from Greece!

[@SHENRONNIE]

Omg yum!! That sounds so good

[@HistoryTeacherish]

I’ve made something Greek-like (Hellenistic?) in stuffed pepper land in the past. They had lamb, rice, lemon juice, mint, parsley and feta or goat cheese (probably some other stuff) and were topped with Italian bread crumbs. Yum yum they were. My mother hated them. Some people!

[@MultiEllinida]

@@HistoryTeacherish In Greece we made them at the weekends they are delicious

[@kendydesire9037]

Looks so delicious will be making it over the weekend 😋

[@Mia-qt4th]

A tip: After prepping peppers turn them upside down in a baking dish of 1/2 inch water and bake at 400 degree's for 20 minutes then fill and bake until done. Perfect every time.👌

[@laurabenson1278]

That's how I've always made mine, but I wouldn't mind skipping that step if this way works just as well.

[@clau_rafa]

What's it suppose to do? Make them softer? Thanks for the tip, I will try it and see what happens.

[@michaelreid8857]

Excellent tip. I’ve cooked pepper for 30-40 minutes and still had them hard. I have an issue with his 20 minute directions. 20 mins Pre stuffed and 20 mins. Stuffed, sounds about right!

[@robinnelson3868]

yes, peppers have to be parboiled first.

[@michaelreid8857]

@@robinnelson3868 no they don’t. That would only partially cook them. Cutting the time in the oven. Although, it’s a good option!

[@tanakeilidh384]

I adored my mom's stuffed peppers growing up, but memories and recipes become faded and lost over years. Out of all the possible recipe variations for this dish, I am so happy that you've given us yours. I will make them this week! Bless you, sweet man!

[@PreppyKitchen]

Thank you Tana! Hope you love the recipe!

[@tanakeilidh384]

I made those stuffed peppers, and my mind was blown. As you said, John, you gave us the perfect basic recipe for adding anything to it. I added eggplant to caramelize with the onions, various spices for heat, and sweet baby corn. Those peppers were so good! I did end up cooking them longer to make them more like the mushy ones my mom used to make... but they were a big hit that night! I had some leftover filling I wanted to bulk up into something for next meal - sloppy Joe's? Burritos or tacos? I went by instinct and when it was done, I had accidentally made some really tasty chili. It was so good, nobody cared to even wait for the cornbread. Next time I make this recipe, along with the eggplant and using ground lamb, I'll add kidney beans, bits of fig, pomegranate seeds, and middle Eastern spices, topped with chèvre. Thank you, John, for giving me the tools that helped to restore faith in myself in the kitchen. During a long period of depression, when I'd stopped cooking all together, your videos cheered me up and fueled my imagination with possibilities. When I finally was ready to take on the kitchen again, it was discouraging because I burned a lot of things, made poor choices in flavor combinations... you name it, it went wrong. But I didn't give up, and it was your channel that brought me around. Cooking and baking have brought me some of my greatest joys in life, and I am so grateful to have that back now.

[@bittersweet728]

My mom passed last April and she never wrote anything down when it came to recipes. This is why I'm going to start doing that so my kids will know how to make my dinners. Anyway her stuffed peppers and her meatball soup were some of my favorites. I'm trying this recipe tomorrow or this Sunday, I'll edit if it was like her's. And tana my mom's were mushy too 😂. Fuck I miss her...

[@doveabele1257]

Hey John, I'm with you; extra garlic and always double the vanilla! When i do this, I go island style. Ground pork, pineapple, ginger and teriyaki sauce! Love your vids

[@PreppyKitchen]

Love your style Dove!!! Thank you!

[@jy-0x7a69]

I think I shall try this style too!

[@natalierozean5989]

Omg! THAT sounds so YUMMY! Thanks for the idea!!!

[@ashleyshayday1526]

Will you share with us your own personal recipe doveabele1257? And include brand ingredients you use and measurements and step by step for first timers please?

[@camrynpicken8856]

As a college student, this made such a quick, easy and healthy recipe for me to make!! Thank you!

[@ladybuggurl31]

I make stuffed peppers often for my kiddo. Around Halloween we cut little pumpkin faces into the side of the peppers. Really excited to try this recipe!

[@carladaniels7910]

Mix pepper mix, fill, peppers, top with tomato juice, in pan mirco but place lid sideways so don't explode, miro 25min, perfect each time. Lid not fully on sideways always very hot. Peppers cook perfectly

[@justinemidgley228]

I think it's awesome that you do these things with your child . These are the cool memories they'll love about you.

[@wilhelmina8843]

Blow my mind a little with the ‘keep the top to use as a wedge’ suggestion! Great idea!

[@maxineb9598]

One of the best stuffed vege recipes I have found.

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@Lipstickandchampagne]

My husband makes these for me as a special dish!!! It’s one of my favorite from him (replacing ground beef with ground turkey of course) ❤ Thank you. I’ve been following this channel forever. ❤❤❤

[@PreppyKitchen]

Oh thank you for following along with my adventures in the kitchen! Love that he makes a special dish for you!!

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[@user-wq7hw2ow9l]

John, I just want to say I love your videos. Your recipes are always delicious and are practical for the home cook. Btw, I have serious stove envy, love your kitchen.

[@meganmanuel4281]

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[@unowen7591]

One of my childhood dishes. My mom would make these often whenever we came back home from school and would taste amazing. Loved cooking them myself years later. Brings back memories :)

[@kellygears8514]

Thanks for bring back some wonderful memories of my grandmother making stuffed peppers. She never got around to writing down the recipe for me. In watching this, I remember that she precooked the peppers before stuffing them for about 15 minutes. Then she would cook them again, with the stuffing in the peppers.

[@canadafragrancereviewerdia9119]

My husband has been asking if I could make stuffed peppers. His Mom did. I love your recipes and love watching you cook. You’re one of my favourite cooks to watch. This looks amazing. I’m going to make it for him I can’t wait.

[@1jugglethis]

100% agree with the parsley comment. One of my favorite dishes we made in the Banquet Kitchen at the Paris Resort in Las Vegas was a Parsley Salad with Cracked Wheat, Diced Tomato, and a simple Olive Oil and Lemon Vinaigrette. About 85% chopped, fresh parsley, and 100% light and refreshing.

[@PreppyKitchen]

Yes! Love the vegetal notes from the parsley! so fresh.

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@sophiemorrison9820]

I am drooling over these stuffed peppers. I plan on making them soon. Thanks, john.

[@PreppyKitchen]

Thanks So much Sophie!

[@sosoreal]

I am a lazy cook so I'd go ahead and buy the onions and peppers already chopped up. I am making this tomorrow. Can't wait!! 🤗🤗

[@beatrizhernandez3038]

Thanks you are a real chef, your procedure is more delicious!!! Thanks for sharing

[@LesaBear612]

My husband never liked stuffed peppers until I made them in my instant pot. You’re recipe sounds perfect. Pressure cook them for a few minutes, and then top with cheese, pop under the broiler. The peppers are tender, but not mushy. Yum.

[@deborahfebus2054]

I love how you explain everything so easy ❤! Saludos desde Puerto Rico🇵🇷

[@juliehowell169]

John, Oh my goodness! Stuffed peppers are my absolute favorite. I will definitely be making these soon. I was wondering what to make for dinner tomorrow now I know. Thanks John. Have a wonderful day and up coming weekend.

[@brandonbane8706]

Made this today with a couple modifications, everything came out so good! Thanks again John! You're videos are always so great and so helpful for cooking things for the first time.

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@e_i_e_i_bro]

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[@markcummings6856]

Delicious! Will make them tonight. Thanks again for your efforts.

[@catherineacheson9075]

Was so happy to see stuffed pepper video, definitely going to add these to my list. Since finding your channel your recipes are my only source now! Love watching, you are so down to earth.

[@catherineacheson9075]

Ok, just finished making these for dinner tonight. Had my husband taste the filling and he kept coming back, had to shoo him out of kitchen before I had no filling left. 😂 Decided to just fill 3 peppers and the other half of mixture we are going to have on top of cooked spaghetti squash. Going to try ground chicken next time.

[@WizardHygienist]

John, I made these last night and they were so tasty. I loved how quick and easy they came together.

[@dwhitman3092]

You Absolutely are the Best Cook on You Tube! Even better than the TV "celebrity" cooks. I have enjoyed all of the recipes I've prepared from your collection. ❤

[@atlenebartolino8923]

YES! My mom always made her ground beef before stuffing. Didn't want that raw meat and grease inside. Bless you! Have been looking for a great Stuffed Pepper recipe. Thanks! Happy cooking.

[@joannajudson1107]

I finely dice the tops and put it in the stuffing mixture

[@louiselill1528]

Looks delicious. I love stuffed peppers

[@seanbryant6945]

I clocked off soon as he said “we use raisins”

[@BigZBeatZ503]

I came here to say the same thing

[@christopherlyon4980]

Thank you for the warning lol I'm gone

[@francis_n]

Or you could just not add the raisins and enjoy the rest of the recipe... Just sayin'

[@SouthernInquirer55]

Yup.. he was odd.. But almonds and raisins.. NOPE.

[@tayloralliease8013]

Good to know 😂 thanks

[@MrJedijunkie]

Thanks for this tutorial. Looks really good. Can't wait to try making this.

[@bobbysoxmom]

Making them this morning with you as my guide.

[@MissTheresse]

Love the video. I am going to act like I didn’t hear the raisin part, but other than that, I’ll be trying this recipe.

[@Nicole-gg5mx]

I made this for the first time tonight and it was delicious. I wanted to make dinner for my boyfriend and your video was very helpful. Thank you so much!

[@rachb3889]

Stuffed tomatoes? I’m in! I’m going to make some when my garden tomatoes become a bit more ripe. I love all your recipes. This is definitely one of my favorite channels. If I need a recipe for anything I go to your page first.

[@Joseph-eu6jp]

Thanks for the recipe, I'm cooking this right now.

[@denisetarabori553]

I have never made stuffed peppers from precooked filling. And I have never added meltable cheese in the filling (only grated parm). But these looked amazing! I could smell all the aromas just watching you. And my mother always used green bell peppers but I prefer the red and orange. I also make a tomato sauce to pour over which really helps soften those yummy peppers. I definitely am going to make some your way and see if my family likes them more! They probably will 😂 Thank you for this, Preppy John! ❤

[@PreppyKitchen]

I fel like a need to come over for dinner Denise!

[@denisetarabori553]

@@PreppyKitchen Any time, John, any time!!! I live in PA. 😁 My youngest son Iives in Providence, RI. I feel like I need to visit your farm. (insert evil laugh here)

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@downunderdave5417]

Thanks John I'm defiantly going to give this a go

[@carolray9156]

I love your recipes, I'm making this tomorrow!!!😋😋 You never disappoint!!😘

[@AnnaAliciaTx]

I was just thinking earlier about making stuffed bell peppers for dinner this week! Can't wait to try your version. Looks so good and simple! 😋

[@cathysilva5011]

Your phone hears everything you talk about and search for it’s creepy

[@peggyekena9966]

I make stuffed peppers with ham, rice, onion, cheddar cheese, and tomato sauce. Delicious! You have inspired me to make some peppers this coming week. 🫑🫑🫑

[@alinarik99]

My mom uses both rice and bulgur for the filling. So good! Bulgur is such an underrated grain in my opinion.

[@alketastruga7288]

Looks so good delicious 😊 I followed your recipe for blubbery scones I make them often my children love them

[@PreppyKitchen]

Lovely! I love that recipe!!!

[@pamelabaars6896]

They look fantastic.

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@charlottehumphreys3837]

I'm making this tomorrow!!

[@patriciaelg1464]

This looks delicious! My husband and I both had mothers who made these. Your version looks sooo good!

[@migjtyalfie4501]

best recioe !!! on this !!! using yours !!!! thank you so much !!!!!

[@lilbatz]

I made these tonight. Beyond yummy and so easy to do. I followed the vid verbatim. Thanks John! 😋💕

[@craigm.thompson6686]

I've been craving this for a little while now.....what a Motovation 😊😊😊

[@lohntst5160]

Hello from South Korea! I was looking for a recipe to finish up those paprikas in the fridge and this is AMAZING! Koreans always have cooked rice at home so this just fits me :) Thank you for the great recipe!

[@tomphotiou3475]

Made this recipe today, so easy and so tasty, thank you

[@PetraRobinson-gm8nh]

Finally, someone who preps the bell peppers out like I do :) I will try your recipe this weekend.

[@Mindaaayroxs]

I wish we were best friends lol you always put a smile on my face. I can’t wait to try this recipe

[@lulububu721]

Ah-mazing!!! Thanks for sharing John, have a great week! ❤️Tina❤️

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@AFairytaleFlavor]

Looks absolutely delicious!

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@ajuarez1866]

That looks so good!! 😋

[@user-vg1bf3yo7z]

Fantastic culinary inspiration! The video's creative approach to presenting recipes was both engaging and informative. Looking forward to experimenting in the kitchen!

[@adrianapusztai6806]

Looks wonderful, really like your kitchen.

[@ronnieking3848]

The cumin and red pepper flakes really set this apart from my other recipe!! Tastes Delicious 😋

[@francesmith7433]

Excellent chef bravo

[@melissaportocarrero97]

Delicious,, I am from Peru but I live in Brewster ,NY and you can use peruvian red hot peppers too,its so delicious ,thank you for your recipes

[@zildaromero9685]

Look delicious thank you ❤❤❤❤

[@juliajenkins104]

Yes!! Mushrooms!! I made a No Meat Athlete lasagna yesterday and those chopped sautéed mushrooms were deeelicious.thank you John this recipe it looks amazing! I sent to our daughter as she loves stuffed peppers. I will make with tomatoes as I need to avoid night shades. But it will be aaaaamazing!!

[@billebobb]

John, made the recipe tonight following your recipe exactly. Not only was I able to stuff 6 large peppers, I had enough filling to fill ANOTHER 6! It went into the freezer for another quick meal! Quite delicious!

[@jakabostjancic5310]

That sounds like a win-win situation. Having an extra batch ready to go in the freezer is such a time-saver. If you're on the lookout for more freezer-friendly recipes, I've seen some on CookWithAnna that might be right up your alley. It's always great to have a stash of delicious meals ready for those busy days

[@susanlopez1541]

i really love your recipes

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

Honestly, this recipe looks DELICIOUS!!! 🥰🎶❤️

[@meganmanuel4281]

#SAVEJOHNKANELL

[@kathydunn3631]

Tried your recipe and it was so delicious. Picked some bell peppers from my garden and so enjoyed them with your recipe.

[@robbie5010]

🤌

[@somiasKitchenlife3387]

Wow,it's are mouthwatering You prepared it step by step very well It's presentation is perfect

[@latinabeeotch417]

My abuelita makes these! She does a similar recipe to yours. She likes to put a little bit of bechamel on top and then the cheese. Now I want to make these!! ❤

[@heavenlyclouds1337]

excellent flavor. ❤❤❤

[@CaribbeanLife101]

That looks delicious. 👌

[@hoseamurray5479]

Thks 👍💯 will try it

[@laurabenson1278]

Can't wait to make this!

[@nagham697]

Best chef ever👌💙

[@PreppyKitchen]

You are tooo kind, thank you!

[@phoenix2.020]

Looks amazing John!

[@PreppyKitchen]

Thank you!

[@caraeuler2927]

Stuffed bell peppers and tomatoes are a great way to use up items that have become stale. You can use stale bread, cheese that has dried out a bit, and the ends of a roast that you're a bit tired of and has dried out and turn that into a filling for peppers and tomatoes and it's fantastic. I also had a friend make me quinoa stuffed bell peppers one time and it was one of the best things I ever ate and I am not a vegetarian.

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@maelenadumaguit8901]

Looks delicious..

[@Papawcanner]

I couldn’t make this recipe . I don’t have a trivet . Just kidding I picked a dozen bell peppers , got homemade tomato sauce and went at it . Delicious

[@swapnanilkar4786]

Ohh. Really awesome, delicious n super tasty mouth watering recipe. 🙂😊😋.

[@frog93]

I once had stuffed pepper in Morocco and the spice was cinnamon. Incredibly and surprisingly delicious with the beef. My mouth waters just thinking about it.

[@carmelstainsby57]

Must try these look delicious thank you for your recipe.

[@patiencebradley9773]

I LOVE YOUR COOKING ❤️

[@carolmontalto622]

Fabulous recipe thank you John. I wanted a different recipe for my Irish boyfriend with my Portuguese touch of love and spices ... Cooking your recipe for stuffed peppers. Carol

[@glencarson2635]

How could anyone not like this guy?

[@enjoy7024]

I learned something, John. Never made stuffed peppers but if I were going to wing it I would have been wondering if the rice goes in raw or cooked; now I know it's cooked.😋

[@BlueMoonBrightStar]

People make it both ways as well with the beef. I use cooked rice and raw ground beef and I add an egg and whatever seasonings and cheese toppers you want, then bake.

[@iamwhoiamd7056]

I love stuffed bell peppers. They are so good and kinda good for you. A great video my friend.

[@deeco2544]

Omg I just made these stuffed peppers. Easy and delicious!!!!! I also just ordered your cookbook. I made your chicken wing recipe the other day. Delicious again!!!!! Thank you John

[@pennyk1943]

This is very popular in the Greek cuisine. My mom stuffed large potatoes, or eggplants as well. In the stuffing with the meat she would add grated potato or grated zucchini. We eat it with Greek feta 😋😋😋

[@jayymontana8207]

JOOOOHN!! You the man ! I’m making some for 4th Of July ! Happy 4th ! 🎉💪🏻

[@asuban]

I made this today, but I replaced rice with broccoli, turned out good! :) And fairly healthy too! One can adjust the cheese here to their own liking.

[@meganmanuel4281]

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[@josephmoore162]

Definitely want to try these. Every recipe I’ve ever seen for stuffed peppers said to boil the peppers first.

[@BrittneeDrummer]

Making this after bourbon chicken lol Just got home with bourbon. Made three sourdough loaves so far! Pretzels, bagels, Tres leches cake!

[@tacotaco123100]

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[@Brittanys_pov]

That’s my favorite dish

[@m.a.p.g.]

Thank you for the recipe. I changed it a little bit at the end. For those who can’t eat tomato sauce, I exchanged it for cream of celery soup and some cut up roasted tomatoes, with a 1/4 cup of water. It’s creamy and delicious.

[@tacotaco123100]

Don't add cream of celery! If you want your children to have an allergic reaction and DIE! Save the children! #SAVEJOHNKANELL

[@meganmanuel4281]

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[@joro3006]

Bro, the dials on the stove are awesome!

[@matejsporik5181]

My mom used to make stuffed bell peppers just with minced beef and fresh herbs of any kind, I loved those as a kid.

[@PreppyKitchen]

Mommas know best!

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[@belenmallco4360]

i was just going through your vlog looking for ideas for dinner 🥰 Kisses from Argentina, love your videos 💗💗

[@PreppyKitchen]

Besos!

[@lynnsalberg5647]

My friend used mint … delicious !

[@SavoryExperimentsCooking]

I like your garlic philosophy!

[@tomgovaerts940]

Pretty good recepi