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Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

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These air fryer stuffed peppers are a quick, hearty, and customizable meal filled with seasoned ground meat, rice, and cheese. Cooked to tender perfection in the air fryer, they’re a comforting one-dish dinner ideal for busy nights.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 stuffed peppers
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 bell peppers (any color), tops cut off and seeds removed
  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or mix)
  • Fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 360°F (180°C). Prepare bell peppers by cutting off tops and removing seeds and membranes.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic for 2 minutes, then add ground meat and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in cooked rice, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for a few minutes until well combined.
  4. Spoon the filling into each bell pepper, packing tightly. Top each with shredded cheese.
  5. Place stuffed peppers upright in the air fryer basket and cook for 10–12 minutes until the peppers are tender and cheese is melted.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.

Notes

  • Swap rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
  • Use salsa instead of tomato sauce for a Tex-Mex variation.
  • Mix in chopped spinach or mushrooms for added veggies.
  • Use plant-based meat or beans for a vegetarian option.
  • Freeze cooked stuffed peppers individually and reheat directly from frozen.

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