Best 4 Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups Recipes

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**Satisfy your taste buds with a delightful fusion of Mexican and American cuisine with our irresistible Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups.** These colorful and flavorful cups are a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring juicy ground beef, a blend of zesty taco seasonings, tender bell peppers, and a gooey layer of melted cheese.

**Dive into a culinary journey with our curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on the classic Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups:**

1. **Classic Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups:** Experience the timeless flavors of taco Tuesday in a compact and portable form. Ground beef, taco seasoning, bell peppers, and cheese unite in perfect harmony, promising a satisfying meal.

2. **Vegetarian Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups:** Indulge in a meatless masterpiece with our vegetarian version. Plant-based ground "beef" takes center stage, accompanied by a symphony of colorful vegetables and a delightful array of spices.

3. **Sweet Potato Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups:** Embark on a healthier adventure with our sweet potato cups. Roasted sweet potato shells provide a nutritious base for a savory taco filling, topped with a sprinkle of cheese for a touch of indulgence.

4. **Mini Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups:** Craving bite-sized delights? Our mini cups are the perfect party appetizer or a fun snack for the whole family. They pack all the taco flavors into a compact and easy-to-eat form.

5. **Black Bean and Corn Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups:** Discover a delightful combination of black beans, corn, and taco seasoning in these vibrant cups. Topped with a generous layer of cheese, they offer a fiesta of flavors and textures.

6. **Loaded Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups:** Prepare to indulge in a fully loaded culinary experience. These cups are jam-packed with ground beef, taco seasoning, bell peppers, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa. They're a feast for the eyes and the taste buds.

7. **Turkey Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups:** Enjoy a leaner version of the classic recipe with our turkey taco cups. Ground turkey replaces beef, providing a healthier alternative without compromising on flavor.

**No matter your dietary preferences or taste, our Taco Stuffed Pepper Cups offer a versatile and delicious option for any occasion. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure today!**

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

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

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



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An easy-to-make, healthy dinner your family will love!

Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 red bell peppers
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup cooked rice
1 (10 ounce) RoTel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles (drained)
1 (1.25 ounce) low sodium taco seasoning packet
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Wash peppers and slice off the tops. Remove all seeds and membranes from the inside.
  • Place peppers in a large pot and fill with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Remove peppers from water and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, brown ground beef until cooked through and drain the fat.
  • Add rice, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning to the meat. Mix until combined.
  • Place the peppers in an 8 x 8 inch baking dish and fill to the top with meat mixture.
  • Top with cheese and bake for 30 minutes or until peppers are soft and cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 976 kcal, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 11721 mg, Carbohydrate 129 g, Sugar 27 g, Protein 30 mg

TACO-STUFFED PEPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY



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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

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute crumbled tofu or tempeh for the ground beef.
  • If you don't have taco seasoning, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
  • To make the filling ahead of time, cook the ground beef and taco seasoning according to the recipe instructions. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To make the pepper cups ahead of time, cut the peppers and remove the seeds. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To assemble the pepper cups, simply fill each pepper cup with the cooked filling and top with cheese. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Taco stuffed pepper cups are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by adults and children alike. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, or for a fun and festive party appetizer. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love.

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