Truly Easy Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers
These 10-ingredient Ranch-Style Crockpot Stuffed Bell Peppers are loaded with bold, comforting flavors thanks to a shortcut filling made with ground beef, cheddar, ranch seasoning, and a pop of sweet corn. No browning required—just mix, stuff, and let your slow cooker do the rest. It’s the perfect cozy dinner for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 large bell peppers (or 8 small to medium) any color (tops cut off and seeds removed)
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed tomato soup
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 (15-ounce) can sweet corn (drained)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 (1-ounce) packet ranch seasoning mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, rice, cheddar cheese, tomato soup, fire-roasted tomatoes, corn, tomato paste, ranch seasoning mix, and salt and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the hollowed-out bell peppers.
- Pour water or broth into the bottom of the slow cooker. Stand the peppers upright inside.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until peppers are tender and beef is fully cooked.
- Sprinkle with extra cheese during the last 15 minutes if desired. Garnish and serve warm.
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Notes
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TIPS: No need to brown the beef—just mix and stuff. Drain the tomatoes and corn to prevent excess moisture. Use cooked rice to speed things up, and choose bell peppers with flat bottoms so they stay upright. VARIATIONS: Swap ground beef for ground turkey or Italian sausage. Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick. Use pepper jack cheese for extra flavor. Try black beans in place of corn for a protein boost. SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with cornbread or garlic toast on the side. A crisp green salad or sliced avocado pairs well. For a hearty twist, serve the stuffed peppers over mashed potatoes or rice.Nutrition
Calories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 26gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 833mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 3350IUVitamin C: 113mgCalcium: 177mgIron: 3mg
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