Best 3 Taco Filled Peppers Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Taco-Filled Peppers, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These vibrant bell peppers are transformed into savory vessels, bursting with a flavorful fusion of ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, aromatic rice, and a medley of crisp vegetables. Drizzled with a luscious homemade enchilada sauce and topped with a golden-brown cheese blend, each bite is a fiesta of textures and flavors.

In addition to the classic Taco-Filled Peppers, this article presents a delightful array of variations to suit every palate. Vegetarian enthusiasts will relish the Roasted Vegetable-Stuffed Peppers, where a vibrant mix of roasted bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and spinach takes center stage. For a lighter option, the Turkey and Black Bean-Stuffed Peppers offer a lean and protein-packed filling, while the Chicken and Corn-Stuffed Peppers provide a classic comfort food experience.

But the culinary adventure doesn't stop there. This article also features tantalizing recipes for Stuffed Bell Peppers with Quinoa and Black Beans, a vegan delight that combines the goodness of quinoa, black beans, and a medley of vegetables. If you're craving a spicy kick, the Jalapeño Popper-Stuffed Peppers are sure to set your taste buds ablaze with their fiery filling. And for a unique twist, the Italian Sausage and Spinach-Stuffed Peppers fuse Italian flavors with the classic stuffed pepper concept.

Let's cook with our recipes!

TACO STUFFED PEPPERS



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This is one of my favorite recipes given to me by my daughter-in-law. It is so easy to make and yummy. I like the colored peppers the best.

Provided by Karen Pugh

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
2 cups water
1 (8 ounce) box Mexican rice mix
1 tablespoon butter
4 bell peppers, tops and seeds removed
1 (8 ounce) bottle spicy ranch dressing
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • 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. Mix taco seasoning into ground beef.
  • Combine water, Mexican rice mix, and butter in a saucepan; bring to a boil for 1 minute. Cover saucepan, reduce heat to low, and cook until water is absorbed, about 25 minutes. Mix ground beef into rice mixture.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil; cook green bell peppers until slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Drain. Fill each bell pepper with beef-rice mixture. Arrange bell peppers in a baking dish. Pour ranch dressing over bell peppers and top each with Mexican cheese blend.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until peppers are tender and cheese is melted, 45 to 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 906.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 148.4 mg, Fat 71.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 26.9 g, Sodium 1886 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

TACO-STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Taco-Stuffed Peppers Recipe by Tasty image

If you're craving tacos but not all the carbs, you'll love these lightened-up stuffed peppers. The peppers are hollowed out and roasted in the oven, then stuffed with ground beef, black beans, brown rice, corn, and salsa. It's everything you love about tacos, all in an edible vegetable bowl. You can always swap ground beef for chicken or turkey, or stick to rice and keep this recipe totally vegetarian.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 peppers

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 large bell peppers, or 8 medium, ensure they have a flat base so they will stand up when cooking
1 lb ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 can black beans, drained
1 cup brown rice, cooked
1 cup frozen corn
1 jar medium chunky salsa, 1 jar, 16 oz
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix, 1 packet, or make your own
1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, grated, or mexican blend cheese
guacamole, to garnish, optional
sour cream, to garnish, optional
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon corn starch
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cut off the top and remove the seeds from each pepper.
  • Place in a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes in a preheated oven at 350˚F (175˚C).
  • While the Peppers are roasting - heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and season with entire taco seasoning packet. Allow beef to brown on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.
  • NOTE: If you made your own taco seasoning, you'll want to add 2 tablespoons. The ingredients above will make more than this recipe requires.
  • Add diced onion - continuing to cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to Medium. Mix in the black beans, brown rice, corn, and salsa. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add in 1 cup (100g) of cheese and stir until incorporated and the cheese has melted. Remove from heat.
  • Remove peppers from oven and fill each with the taco mixture. Top with additional cheese.
  • Return to the oven for 15 minutes until the cheese has melted.
  • Top each pepper with a generous scoop of guacamole and sour cream. Top with additional cheese.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667 calories, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 13 grams

TACO-STUFFED PEPPER CUPS



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From Spearville, Kansas, Pat Habiger shares her pretty stuffed peppers. "When green, red or yellow bell peppers are plentiful, they create a colorful container for this spicy taco mixture that's ready in record time," she promises.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium green peppers
1/2 pound ground beef or lean ground turkey
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped tomato

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cut peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds. In a large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; set aside., In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, tomato sauce and taco seasoning; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until heated through, 5-6 minutes. Spoon into peppers. , Arrange pepper halves in an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, until peppers are tender, 10-12 minutes. Top with sour cream, cheese and tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked rice or quinoa instead of cooking it from scratch.
  • If you don't have taco seasoning, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Feel free to get creative with your fillings. You can add other vegetables, such as corn, black beans, or zucchini, to the rice mixture.
  • If you like your peppers spicy, you can add a chopped jalapeño pepper to the rice mixture.
  • You can also bake the peppers instead of roasting them. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the peppers for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender.

Conclusion:

Taco-filled peppers are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and satisfying dish that will leave everyone wanting more.

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