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Southwestern Stuffed Pepper Casserole

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You can enjoy all the flavors of stuffed peppers without going through all the worked of making stuffed peppers by whipping together this easy, hearty lightened up southwestern stuffed pepper casserole!

Southwestern Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe from A Kitchen Addiction

*This post is from 10/19/12. Images updated 10/7/16.

I figured it was time for something savory after so many sweets. Though a scone or perhaps a slice of coffee cake wouldn’t be a bad way to start off the morning!

Anyways, if you are looking for a quick weekend meal to fit in around all of your activities, this southwestern stuffed pepper casserole is for you!

With a little prep work, such as chopping veggies and making rice that can be done the night before, you can have a hearty meal loaded with veggies, meat, and complex carbs in no time.

Southwestern Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe from A Kitchen Addiction

Plus, it makes a lot and the leftovers heat well, so you can make a couple of meals out of one time of preparation!

I have made a more traditional lightened up stuffed pepper casserole version before, and it quickly became a favorite because of how good it was and how easy it was to prepare.

Super Easy Southwestern Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe from A Kitchen Addiction

However, I’m always looking for ways to add more veggies to meals and the addition of black beans and corn fit perfectly!

The first time I made this variation, it got eaten before any pictures could be taken, so I figured that was a good sign and made it again. Have a great weekend!

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Southwestern Stuffed Pepper Casserole
 
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Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • ½ C onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 small green peppers, or about 1 C chopped pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 C cooked brown rice
  • 1 24 oz. jar reduced-sodium spaghetti sauce or homemade sauce
  • 1 C frozen corn, thawed
  • 1 C black beans
  • 1 C tomatoes, chopped
  • 1½ C shredded cheese, divided (I used a combination of mozzarella and sharp cheddar.)
Instructions
  1. Cook ground beef in a large skillet until no longer pink. Drain excess grease. Add onion, garlic, green peppers, and salt. Cook until onions turn translucent.
  2. In a large bowl, stir together rice, spaghetti sauce, corn, beans, tomatoes, and ¾ cup shredded cheese. Add in ground beef mixture and stir until combined. Spread mixture in a 2½ quart casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining ¾ cup shredded cheese over the top.
  3. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese begins to brown.
  4. Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

 Easy Southwestern Stuffed Pepper Casserole Recipe from A Kitchen Addiction

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  8. I love stuffed peppers! Sometimes a break from the sweets is a good idea on the blog… keeps readers on their toes! my baking blog doesn’t have room for savory items and I wish I could cook like I baked. Anyway, this casserole looks amazing!

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  18. Loved this recipe! Found it on pinterest, thank you for sharing. I think next time I will half it as it’s just me and my husband and it’s a big casserole. I also added red, yellow, and orange bell peppers and used ground turkey instead. Delish!!

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  21. i found this recipe from pinterest, and it’s in the oven now! it smells and looks delicious. next time, i will probably make half of the recipe since it’s just me and my boyfriend. i can’t wait to try it. 😉 thanks for the recipe, and i love your blog!

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