Best 10 Mexican Style Stuffed Bell Peppers Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure to savor the vibrant flavors of Mexico with our enticing stuffed bell pepper recipes. Indulge in a symphony of textures and tastes as you explore a diverse range of fillings, from the classic combination of ground beef and rice to tantalizing vegetarian options bursting with fresh vegetables. Each recipe offers a unique twist, ensuring an unforgettable experience with every bite. Prepare to be captivated by the tantalizing aroma of roasted bell peppers, perfectly complemented by a medley of savory fillings and aromatic herbs. Whether you prefer the simplicity of traditional Mexican flavors or crave a modern twist, our collection of recipes caters to every palate. Unleash your creativity and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Mexico.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN STUFFED PEPPERS



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This nutritious yet economical summer meal makes the most of my home-grown peppers. I like to top it with sour cream and serve with tortilla chips and salsa, but it's wonderful on its own, too. -Kimberly Coleman, Columbia, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 envelope (5.4 ounces) Mexican-style rice and pasta mix
1-1/2 cups water
8 medium sweet peppers
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain. Stir in tomatoes, rice mix and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 6-8 minutes., Cut and discard tops from peppers; remove seeds. Place peppers in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place 1/3 cup beef mixture in each pepper; sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons cheese. Top with remaining rice mixture. Bake, covered, 25 minutes., Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted and peppers are crisp-tender, 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

STUFFED MEXICAN PEPPERS



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This is a recipe I came up with 20 years ago that has recently won me the grand prize in our paper's holiday recipe contest. It is my family's favorite meal. Serve with tortilla chips on the side.

Provided by Jasgirl

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
¾ cup water
2 teaspoons chili powder
½ cup cooked rice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce, divided
3 large red bell peppers
6 (1 inch) cubes Colby-Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place the ground beef into a skillet over medium heat, and brown the meat, breaking it apart into crumbles as it cooks, about 8 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning, water, chili powder, cooked rice, salt, garlic salt, black pepper, and 1 can of tomato sauce; mix until thoroughly combined. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise, and remove stems, membranes, cores, and seeds. Place a steamer insert into a large saucepan, and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Cover, and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Place the peppers into the steamer insert, cover the pan, and steam until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Place the steamed peppers into the prepared baking dish, and fill lightly with the meat filling. Press 1 cube of Colby-Jack cheese into the center of the filling in each pepper, and spoon the remaining can of tomato sauce over the peppers. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the peppers are tender and the filling is hot, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 1182.2 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

MEXICAN-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS



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We've always liked stuffed peppers, but everyone is pleasantly surprised at this mildly spicy version. For convenience, you can assemble these pretty peppers ahead of time and bake them later. -LaDonna Reed of Ponca City, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped celery
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon canned chopped green chiles
1-1/4 cups salsa, divided
3 cups cooked rice
6 medium sweet red or green peppers
1/4 cup water
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion and celery over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Stir in seasonings, green chiles, 1 cup salsa and rice., Cut off and discard tops from peppers; remove seeds. Fill peppers with beef mixture. Place in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Add water to dish., Bake, covered, until peppers are tender and filling is heated through, 45-50 minutes. Top peppers with remaining salsa and cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 506mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEXICAN STUFFED PEPPERS



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A new twist to stuffed peppers!

Provided by booyachic

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
¾ cup water
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup white rice
1 cup water
1 ½ cups chunky salsa
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 large green bell peppers, tops and seeds removed
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 (14.5 ounce) package nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips (such as Doritos®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir 3/4 cup water and taco seasoning into ground beef; simmer until water has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat; cook and stir rice in the hot oil until fragrant and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add 1 cup water, salsa, onion, and garlic; bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover skillet, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Stir ground beef mixture into rice mixture.
  • Spoon a layer of ground beef-rice mixture into each bell pepper; top with a layer of Mexican cheese and a layer of nacho cheese-flavored tortilla chips. Repeat layering ingredients into bell peppers, ending with a Mexican cheese layer. Arrange stuffed peppers in a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bell peppers are tender and cheese is lightly browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 862.3 calories, Carbohydrate 80 g, Cholesterol 85.1 mg, Fat 46.7 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 30.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 1492.4 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

MEXICAN BEEF-STUFFED PEPPERS



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I grew up eating stuffed peppers and thought my husband would immediately love them as well. He didn't at first, but then I created this slow-cooked recipe. Because he loves fajitas and tacos, I created these peppers with all his favorite flavors tucked inside. -Nicole Sullivan, Arvada, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium green or sweet red peppers
1 pound ground beef
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve Spanish rice
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups salsa
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
1 cup water
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cut tops off peppers and remove seeds; set aside. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain., Stir in the rice, 1-1/2 cups cheese, salsa and pepper sauce. Spoon into peppers. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour water around peppers., Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through. Top with remaining cheese; sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646 calories, Fat 37g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 1241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

MEXICAN-STYLE CHICKEN-STUFFED PEPPERS



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This is a delicious chicken-stuffed peppers dish that I made up myself from scratch and my family and I love it. It is simple to make and any guest will love it.

Provided by Vonjaguar

Categories     Stuffed Bell Peppers

Time 1h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons chili powder
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1 pinch ground cumin, or to taste
1 pinch crushed red pepper, or to taste
1 cup cooked rice
½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
4 large green bell peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 ½ (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 medium avocado, sliced, or to taste
¼ cup sour cream, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 385 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat butter and oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Saute onion in the hot pan until soft, about 5 minutes. Add chicken; cook and stir until browned and no longer pink in the center, 7 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, and add water and chili powder. Stir in garlic, salt, cumin, and red pepper; let cook for 5 minutes. Add rice and black beans.
  • Transfer chicken mixture to a bowl. Pour most of the crushed tomatoes into a large baking pan so it is 1 inch deep. Stuff the chicken mixture into the bell pepper halves until slightly overfilled and place open-side up in the tomatoes. Pour remaining crushed tomatoes over the peppers so they are just covered. Sprinkle with Mexican cheese, and cover the pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until peppers are soft, about 50 minutes. Serve hot with avocado and sour cream to garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 745 calories, Carbohydrate 58.9 g, Cholesterol 129.2 mg, Fat 39.9 g, Fiber 16.6 g, Protein 46.7 g, SaturatedFat 19.3 g, Sodium 2257.5 mg, Sugar 6 g

MEXICAN-STYLE STUFFED PEPPERS



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Stuff peppers with rice and black beans, then top with chilli cheese and fresh guacamole for an easy family meal. If the kids don't like spice, use a mild cheese instead

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Supper

Time 50m

Yield Serves 2 adults, 2 children

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large mixed peppers , halved
oil , for drizzling
2 x 250g pouches lime & coriander rice , cooked
400g can black beans , drained and rinsed
6 Mexican-style chilli cheese slices (use regular cheddar or monterey jack, if you like)
150g fresh guacamole

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Remove the seeds and any white pith from the peppers and arrange, cut-side up, in a roasting tin. Drizzle with oil and season, then bake for 20 mins.
  • Combine the rice and beans. Remove the peppers from the oven and fill with the rice mixture. Top each with a slice of cheese and bake for 10-15 mins more, until the rice has melted and the filling is hot. Top with spoonfuls of guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 15 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, Sodium 2.1 milligram of sodium

MEXICAN STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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These mild flavored peppers have a filling that is sweet and somewhat reminiscent of the sweet tamales we get during the holidays. Cook and prep time do Not include time need to make the corn bread as I quite often make it either the night before. If in a time crunch you could always buy a pre-made 9x9 corn bread.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Peppers

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

cornbread, a 9x9 pan
6 green bell peppers, medium large
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
16 ounces diced fire-roasted tomatoes, no-salt added
10 ounces frozen corn, thawed and drained
2 1/4 ounces sliced ripe olives
1/3 cup raisins
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground sage
4 ounces fat-free cheddar cheese or 4 ounces fat-free monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350°F Set large pot of water to boil.
  • Slice tops off peppers. Discard stems and seeds. Finely chop the tops.
  • Blanch peppers in boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes per side. Then rinse in cold water and set to drain.
  • Place onion and oil in non stick dutch oven. Cook over medium high heat, stirring occasionally till onion is tender and browned. Add chopped pepper; stir for about 1 minute more.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add tomatoes, corn, olives, raisins, chili powder and sage; stir.
  • Stir in corn bread (it will crumble) and 3/4 cup cheese.
  • Spoon filling into peppers.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
  • Place peppers in baking dish; bake 20 to 30 minutes (I always go the full 30) until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.7, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 2.1, Sodium 394.5, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 10.4, Protein 7.4

MEXICAN STYLE STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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Ready, Set, Cook! Special Edition Contest Entry. A new, Mexican-inspired twist on an old classic. Ole!

Provided by shelly.hiatt

Categories     Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 5 stuffed peppers, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 red bell peppers, tops cut away and seeds removed
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 green onions, sliced thin
2 garlic cloves
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
4 ounces chorizo sausage, diced
1 (20 ounce) package Simply Potatoes® Shredded Hash Browns
1 bunch cilantro, leaves pulled and chopped
1 (1 1/2 ounce) package original taco seasoning
8 ounces tomato sauce
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cut off top of peppers and clean out centers. Brush peppers with 1 tbsp EVOO. Set aside. Heat 2 tbsp EVOO in large skillet over medium heat. Add green onion, garlic & crushed red pepper. Cook 3 minutes, then add diced sausage. Cook 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently until sausage is cooked throughout. Next, add 1 package of Simply Potato hash browns. Stir in taco seasoning. Cook on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally for 10-15 minutes, or until potatoes are golden brown.
  • Reduce heat to low and add tomato sauce. Let simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  • Spoon filling into each of the 5 bell peppers until full. Sprinkle the tops with cojita cheese. Place on shallow greased baking dish in oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.9, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 42.3, Sodium 1706.8, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 11.9, Protein 13.1

MEXICAN CHICKEN STUFFED PEPPERS



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A great twist on the typical stuffed peppers.

Provided by Brenda Kral

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

cooking spray
2 red bell peppers, stemmed and cored
2 yellow bell peppers, stemmed and cored
2 orange bell peppers, stemmed and cored
1 teaspoon Texas barbeque rub, or as needed
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
½ onion, thinly sliced
1 mild green chile pepper, chopped
½ jalapeno pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons ground turmeric
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer (such as Sam Adams Boston Lager®)
2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ (14.5 ounce) can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
3 cups cooked instant white rice
½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray an 9x12-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Rub the red bell peppers, yellow bell peppers, and orange bell peppers with barbeque rub; arrange in the baking dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken, onion, green chile pepper, jalapeno pepper, turmeric, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper until chicken and onion are lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add beer to chicken mixture; reduce heat to low, cover skillet, and simmer until beer is reduced by half and chicken is cooked through, about 45 minutes.
  • Fill bell peppers with chicken mixture. Pour stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chickpeas into the baking dish, around the bell peppers. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and add rice and Mexican cheese blend on top of the tomato mixture around the bell peppers; continue cooking until cheese is golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.3 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1044.3 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right bell peppers: Look for large, firm bell peppers with smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid peppers with bruises or soft spots.
  • Prepare the bell peppers properly: Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs. Rinse the peppers well and pat them dry.
  • Cook the filling thoroughly: Make sure the filling is cooked through before stuffing the peppers. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • Stuff the peppers tightly: Pack the filling tightly into the bell peppers, but not so tightly that the peppers burst.
  • Bake the peppers until they are tender: Bake the peppers in a preheated oven at 375°F for 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is bubbly.
  • Serve the peppers immediately: Stuffed bell peppers are best served immediately, while they are still hot and juicy.

Conclusion:

Mexican-style stuffed bell peppers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Mexican-style stuffed bell peppers a try!

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