Preparation
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until browned and fragrant. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, chili flakes, and your choice of seasoning powder.
Remove from heat and stir in cooked rice, green onions, parsley, cilantro, and lime juice until evenly combined
Stuff each bell pepper generously with the beef and rice mixture.
Place peppers in a baking dish and top each with shredded Colby Jack and a generous drizzle of queso cheese sauce.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with extra sliced green onions, cilantro, and diced red peppers.
Serve with sour cream and tortilla chips for a colorful, festive meal.
Optional Notes/Variations:
Vegetarian option: Substitute beef with black beans, lentils, or sautéed mushrooms.
Spice it up: Add a few dashes of hot sauce or finely chopped jalapeños to the filling.
Make-ahead: Prepare filling a day in advance and store in the fridge until ready to stuff the peppers.
About the Recipe
Transform an everyday dinner into a vibrant celebration with these stuffed bell peppers. Each pepper cradles a blend of seasoned ground beef, aromatic rice, and fresh herbs, creating a medley of flavors that pop in every bite. Melted Colby Jack cheese and creamy queso sauce take this dish over the top, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, green onions, and diced red peppers adds brightness. Serve alongside sour cream and tortilla chips for a playful, colorful presentation that’s sure to impress at the table.
Ingredients
4–6 large bell peppers (any color), tops removed and seeds discarded
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup white rice, cooked
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 green onions, sliced
¼ cup chopped parsley
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 pinch red chili flakes
2 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp seasoning powder of your choice
1 tsp lime juice
1 cup Colby Jack cheese, shredded
1 cup queso cheese sauce
Garnish: extra sliced green onions, cilantro, diced red peppers
Optional sides: sour cream and tortilla chips