If you love classic stuffed peppers but don’t love the time it takes to make them, this One Pot Stuffed Pepper Skillet is about to become your new go-to dinner. It has all the comforting flavors of traditional stuffed peppers—savory ground meat, tender bell peppers, tomatoes, and rice—but in an easy one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Makes 6 servings

This lighter version keeps things satisfying without feeling heavy, making it a great option for anyone focused on balanced eating while still enjoying real, comforting food.

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This One Pot Stuffed Pepper Skillet proves that comfort food doesn’t have to be complicated—or heavy. It’s hearty, simple, and made entirely in one pot, making it a total win for busy nights and healthy routines alike.

This One Pot Stuffed Pepper Skillet stores beautifully and tastes even better the next day. Portion it out for lunches, or keep it in the fridge for quick, reheat-and-eat dinners all week long.

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Why you’ll love this One Pot Stuffed Pepper Skillet

• One pot meal = minimal dishes
• It’s lightened up but still filling and flavorful
• Family-friendly approved
• Great for meal prep and leftovers
• Packed with 22 grams of protein

This dish is especially perfect if you’re short on time but still want something homemade and nourishing on the table.

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What ingredients do you need to make this One Pot Stuffed Pepper Skillet?

This recipe uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients you probably already have on hand:

• Lean ground beef or ground turkey
• Bell peppers– green, red, orange or yellow
• Onion and garlic
• Crushed tomatoes – canned with tomato puree
• Cooked long grain white rice or brown rice– leftovers work great for this dish!
• Seasonings-salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce
• Reduced-fat cheese-for topping. Optional.

By using lean protein and controlling portions of rice and cheese, this casserole stays lighter while still delivering comfort food vibes.

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Tips when making this One Pot Stuffed Pepper Skillet:

• Chop peppers evenly so they cook at the same rate
• Use leftover rice to save even more time
• Want it extra light? Skip the cheese or use just a small sprinkle

I love using THIS veggie chopper to dice the bell peppers and onion. It chops them evenly into the same size pieces!

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How do I make this One Pot Stuffed Pepper Skillet? 

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add lean ground beef, turkey, or chicken and cook, stirring often, until crumbed and browned, 5-6 minutes.

Add garlic, Italian seasoning, worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. And cook for 30 seconds.

Transfer the cooked meat to a bowl and set aside. 

Return the skillet to medium heat and add onion and peppers. Cook, stirring often, until peppers have softened, 7–8 minutes. 

Return cooked meat to the skillet. 

Add crushed tomatoes and cooked rice.

Stir until well combined.

Sprinkle cheese on top, if desired. 

Cover with lid and let it simmer on low for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly. 

For garnish: chopped fresh cilantro or parsley; dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt or sour cream.

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb. 96% lean ground beef, turkey or chicken 
• 3 small cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning 
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper 
• 1 small yellow or orange onion, diced 
• 1 small red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small green bell pepper, diced
• 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes with tomato puree
• 2 cups cooked long grain white rice or brown rice – leftover rice works great for this dish
• 1/4 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar or Mexican-style cheese- optional

Directions:

1. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add lean ground beef, turkey, or chicken and cook, stirring often, until crumbed and browned, 5-6 minutes. 
2. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. And cook for 30 seconds.
3. Transfer the cooked meat to a bowl and set aside. 
4. Return the skillet to medium heat and add onion and peppers. Cook, stirring often, until peppers have softened, 7–8 minutes. 
5. Return cooked meat to the skillet. 
6. Add crushed tomatoes and cooked rice. Stir to combine. Sprinkle cheese on top. 
7. Cover with lid and let it simmer on low for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly. 

For garnish: chopped fresh cilantro or parsley; dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt or sour cream.

Make 6 ( 1 & 1/4 cup) servings 

• 2 WW points without cheese 
• 3 WW points if using reduced fat cheese 

How do I track this recipe in my WW app? 

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