Hearty Stuffed Pepper Recipes to Make for Dinner Tonight (2024)

Southwestern Stuffed Roasted Peppers

Consider these hearty grilled stuffed peppers for a nice change to the cookout menu. Shrimp, chicken, sausage, and veggies are combined in perfectly roasted peppers off the grill. A drizzle of Alfredo sauce is a winning finishing touch.

Farro-Stuffed Peppers

Looking to make stuffed peppers without rice? Try using farro, a healthy ancient whole grain that adds protein, fiber, and iron to this vegetarian stuffed pepper recipe. Curry powder turns fresh sweet corn and summer squash into an extra-flavorful filling. Fontina cheese adds a nice buttery flavor.

Chicken Andouille-Stuffed Peppers with Roasted Green Beans

Chicken andouille sausage, brown rice, and Cajun seasoning combine to make the perfect stuffed pepper filling. With some green beans tossed on the same sheet pan, you’ll also get an entire quick and healthy meal ready in less than an hour.

Stuffed Poblano Chiles with Sausage & Corn

Bell peppers aren’t the only veggie that can be stuffed—any kind of pepper works. Here we have tasty stuffed poblano peppers. Green pepper, serrano chile pepper, and diced pimiento (plus extra spices) bring extra heat. Farro, celery, and sweet corn tone it down while tying the dish together.

Paleo Broccoli Rice-Stuffed Peppers

This stuffed pepper recipe is great for anyone looking to add more plant-based foods to their diet. Bell peppers are filled with ground turkey mixed with riced broccoli or cauliflower. Bold seasonings such as cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne make the stuffed peppers stand out. If eating this as a meal, make sure to pair it with a carbohydrate like rice, quinoa, farro, or couscous.

Vegetarian Barley-Stuffed Peppers

Mushrooms just found their happy place in these vegetarian stuffed peppers. Rosemary, basil, barley, and mozzarella dress up the dish. It’s a perfect way to add more whole grains to your menu.

Peppers Stuffed with Quinoa and Spinach

Quinoa is a great alternative for rice in this filling stuffed pepper recipe. Add some barley, three veggies (onion, spinach, mushrooms), and extra cheese for an easy, delicious vegetarian stuffed pepper. You seriously won’t miss the meat!

Lentil- and Rice-Stuffed Peppers

Opt for these slow cooker stuffed peppers when it’s too hot to turn on the oven. Lentils and brown rice meet up with brown sugar and yellow mustard for an unexpected, satisfying vegan stuffed pepper recipe.

Test Kitchen Tip: If you prefer more tender peppers, cook bell pepper halves in a large amount of boiling water for about three minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and stuff according to recipe.

Bean-and-Rice-Stuffed Peppers

Tomato sauce, chili gravy, and Monterey Jack amp up the taste of the bean-and-rice filling for bell peppers before going into the slow cooker. That’s right, only five ingredients are required for these vegetarian stuffed peppers.

Taco-Stuffed Peppers

“Taco about” a great idea! This food mash-up featuring ground beef, salsa, beans, and veggies will likely become one of your weekly meal staples. With glowing reviews from BHG readers, this might be one of our best stuffed pepper recipes.

Fast or Slow Crab Stuffed Peppers

Fast or slow means you can make these incredible stuffed peppers in your slow cooker or pressure cooker. Cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and old bay seasoning give flaky crab a rich flavor. Serve with extra lemon wedges for a zesty punch.

Turkey Stuffed Air-Fried Peppers

Put your favorite countertop appliance to good use with these tasty air-fryer stuffed peppers. Red bell peppers get a delicious blend of ground turkey, brown rice, and reduced-sodium marinara for a creative take on the comfort food classic.

Middle Eastern-Style Stuffed Peppers

Middle Eastern-inspired flavors like feta cheese, fresh mint, and cinnamon star in this creative stuffed pepper recipe. Add texture and flavor with toasted walnuts and dried cranberries.

Ratatouille Stuffed Peppers

Ratatouille is a mixture of stewed veggies including zucchini, tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant. Stuff homemade Ratatouille Provencal into red, yellow, or orange bell pepper halves and top with shredded Italian cheese.

Cheesy Taco-Stuffed Peppers

You can have this stuffed pepper recipe prepped and in the oven in just 15 minutes. Shortcuts like precooked rice, canned black beans, and shredded cheese make this a quick and healthy weeknight meal.

Gluten Free Sweet Peppers Stuffed with Applewood Bacon Risotto

This creamy take on a classic stuffed pepper is filled with a Parmesan risotto that’s been made with chicken broth, bacon, peas, and white wine. Once baked, top the pepper halves with fresh basil and freshly cracked black pepper.

Quinoa-Stuffed Sweet Peppers

This may be our fastest stuffed bell pepper recipe yet. In just 20 minutes total, you’ll have cheesy baked pepper halves. Give the filling flavor and crunch with roasted salted sunflower seeds.

Grilled Stuffed Jalapenos

A creamy filling that’s inspired by guacamole is the star of this stuffed jalapeno recipe. Grill until tender and top with Monterey Jack cheese and crushed pork rinds. If you’re not a fan of pork rinds, substitute crushed tortilla chips instead.

Cuban-Style Stuffed Poblanos

Poblano peppers are mild green peppers that become tender and slightly sweet when baked. Whip up the Cuban-inspired filling with lean ground beef, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, raisins, and green olives.