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Ultimate Taco Stuffed Pepper Casserole

This easy and delicious Taco Stuffed Pepper Casserole blends savory ground beef, colorful bell peppers, rice, and zesty taco seasoning, all baked under a gooey layer of melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or a crowd-pleasing potluck!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican-American
Servings 6 people
Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1.5 cups water or beef broth
  • 3 large bell peppers, diced (any color)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 15 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell peppers, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add ground beef to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with their juice, frozen corn, black beans, uncooked rice, and water or broth.
  • Bring mixture to a boil. Then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the casserole.
  • Transfer skillet or pour mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish if not oven-safe.
  • Bake uncovered for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve topped with optional sour cream, cilantro, avocado, or jalapeños if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1peopleCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 720mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6g
Keyword Easy Dinner, Stuffed Peppers, Taco Casserole, Taco Stuffed Pepper Casserole
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