Cheesy Beef and Rice Stuffed Peppers
Tender bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese, then air-fried to crispy perfection. A satisfying and flavorful dish that is sure to become a family favorite.
ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
steps
- 1.
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- 2.
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
- 3.
In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 4.
Add cooked rice, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to the beef mixture. Stir to combine.
- 5.
Fill each bell pepper with the beef and rice mixture, then top with shredded cheese.
- 6.
Brush the outside of the peppers with olive oil.
- 7.
Place the stuffed peppers in the air fryer basket and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- 8.
Serve hot and enjoy!
