Inside Out Stuffed Peppers
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It’s not everyday I make absolutely delicious one pan dinners. Oh, wait, yes it is – it’s kinda my thing, haha! These simple inside out stuffed peppers take the idea of a classic stuffed pepper and simplify it into a one-pan meal – tada!
These inside out stuffed peppers are the perfect combination of simplicity, versatility, and deliciousness. With just one skillet, half an hour, and a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a warm and satisfying meal any night of the week. This is a real good one, my friends.
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The Ingredients You’ll Need
Now, before we talk about the cooking process, let’s take a moment to go over the ingredients you’ll need to whip up these inside out stuffed peppers.
- Ground sausage
- Yellow onion
- Minced garlic
- Beef broth
- Jasmine rice
- Bell peppers
- Diced tomatoes
- Tomato paste
- Worcestershire sauce
- Italian seasoning
- Paprika
- Sea salt
- Black pepper
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
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How to Make Inside Out Stuffed Peppers
- First, heat a Dutch oven or large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ground sausage and chopped onion. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, breaking up the meat as it browns. If there’s excess fat, don’t forget to drain it off.
- Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute or two until it becomes fragrant.
- Next, stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Make sure to mix the seasonings in well.
- Then add the beef broth, Jasmine rice, bell peppers (see the tip below), diced tomatoes, and tomato paste to the skillet and give it a good stir.
Tip
If you don’t want soggy bell peppers, add them later in the cooking process. Instead of adding them in at the same time you add the broth, rice, and tomatoes, toss them after about 10 minutes (or halfway through simmering). This allows the bell peppers to cook enough to soften slightly while still retaining their crunch.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring as you go. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes. This allows the rice to become tender and absorb all of the flavor.
- Lastly, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top, letting it melt completely. Garnish with chopped parsley or your favorite fresh herbs for that extra touch of freshness and color.
There’s So Much to Love
I think we can all agree that stuffed peppers are pure comfort food, and this “inside out” version is even better because it’s way easier. With the savory sausage, crisp bell peppers, tender rice, and ooey-gooey melted cheese, each bite is hearty and delicious.
In fact, the simplicity and versatility of this one-pan recipe will ensure you can get a homemade meal on the table any night of the week. And, it’s a real crowd-pleaser let me tell you.
Need other one-pot dinner inspiration? Try this One Pot Pasta With Spinach too, it’s tasty!
Suggested Sides for Inside Out Stuffed Peppers
- For a complete and balanced meal, consider pairing this dish with a refreshing side salad. A crisp garden salad with a zesty vinaigrette or a simple cucumber and tomato salad can complement the richness of the dish perfectly. A bowl of fresh berries also goes nicely with it.
- If you’re craving something heartier, roasted vegetables or garlic bread make excellent choices.
Questions About This Recipe
And there you have it my friends – a flavorful and familiar dinner in one pan – steaming, savory, and utterly delicious inside out stuffed peppers. With its hearty ingredients and comforting flavors, this is sure to become one of your favorite dinners just like it has mine. As I like to say, dinner is done!
Inside Out Stuffed Peppers
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb sausage
- 1 yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 tsp minced garlic (or 2 cloves of garlic minced)
- 2 1/2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup Jasmine rice
- 2 bell peppers (any color, rough chopped)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 2 TBS tomato paste
- 2 TBS Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Heat a Dutch oven or large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. When hot add the ground meat and onion. Cook for 10 minutes, breaking up the meat as it cooks. When meat is fully cooked and browned, drain off excess fat if there is any.1 lb sausage, 1 yellow onion
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.2 tsp minced garlic
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper and mix well.2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 2 TBS Worcestershire sauce
- Add the beef broth, rice, *bell peppers (see notes), tomatoes, and tomato paste and stir to combine.2 1/2 cups beef broth, 1 cup Jasmine rice, 2 bell peppers, 1 can diced tomatoes, 2 TBS tomato paste
- Increase heat to bring mixture to a boil while stirring, then reduce to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top and allow it to melt. Garnish with chopped parsley or fresh herbs and enjoy.
Notes
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This was so incredibly easy to make and is bold and flavorful. We loved it, every last bite. This is a keeper recipe.
Wooo! I’m so glad you enjoyed the dinner Terri. I appreciate the review so much! Happy cooking!
I much prefer this over stuffing and baking the peppers – less fussy and tastes the same, lol! This recipe is fabulous – can’t wait to make it again!
Me to Kimberly! It saves so much time and the end result is the same! Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the skillet.
Love this inside out version of stuffed peppers! It’s much easier to eat and just as delicious. Thanks for the recipe!
You bet! I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe and I appreciate the 5 star review so much!
Loved this! Turning classic stuffed peppers into a simple dinner is such a brilliant idea. I always shy away from making them because, who has the time? But this, this I can do!
Exactly, Alison! Me too, girl. So glad you enjoyed it!
The peppers were perfectly cooked and this was a hit with my family. Will make agin!
Excellent, Gianne! And thank you! I’m thrilled everyone loved the skillet.
This was everything a gourmet meal should be and then some! Easy, hearty and delicious; definitely, a new favorite recipe!
Thank you so much, Sara! This makes me so happy! 🙂
I was looking for a dish that I could being to a pizza party and found this recipe which was easy and transportable in a crock pot. I added more rice to make it more like a side dish. The flavors are absolutely delicious. The tip about the addition of pepper pieces toward the end of cooking was a great idea for texture. Friends and neighbors loved it and asked for the recipe. Its a winner. Thank you for a wonderful all-season dinner or side recipe that everyone loved.
Hi Christine! This is amazing feedback, THANK YOU! I’m so happy it was loved. I make it all the time too. I appreciate you taking a minute to share your story—made my day! 🙂