Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers Recipe

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These Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers are loaded with a savory filling of ground meat, rice, veggies, and cheese, making them a delicious and healthy meal. Cooking them in the air fryer results in perfectly tender peppers with a slightly crispy top in less time than the oven!

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15-18 minutes

Total Time: 25-30 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Peppers:

4 bell peppers (any color, halved & deseeded)

1 tbsp olive oil

For the Filling:

½ lb ground beef, turkey, or chicken

1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)

½ cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)

½ cup black beans or corn (optional)

½ small onion, finely chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

½ tsp cumin

½ tsp paprika

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)

For Topping:

Extra cheese for melting

Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro

Instructions:

Prepare the Peppers

Cut the bell peppers in half, remove seeds, and brush with olive oil.

Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.

Cook the Filling

In a pan over medium heat, cook ground meat until browned (4-5 minutes).

Add onion and garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes until soft.

Stir in diced tomatoes, black beans (if using), corn, rice, and seasonings. Cook for another 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and mix in ½ cup shredded cheese.

Stuff the Peppers

Fill each pepper half with the mixture and top with extra cheese.

Place the stuffed peppers in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Air Fry

Air fry at 360°F (180°C) for 10-12 minutes, until peppers are tender and cheese is melted.

Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve warm!

Tips & Variations:

For extra softness:

Pre-cook peppers in the air fryer for 5 minutes before stuffing.

Make it spicy:

Add diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes.

Low-carb option:

Swap rice for cauliflower rice.

Vegetarian version:

Use lentils or quinoa instead of meat.

Meal prep:

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition (Per Stuffed Pepper, Approximate):

Calories: 280

Protein: 18g

Carbs: 25g

Fat: 12g

Fiber: 5g

These air fryer stuffed peppers are a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal.