Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Why make this recipe

Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers are a quick and tasty meal that everyone loves. They are healthy, colorful, and can be made in less time than traditional stuffed peppers. The air fryer gives them a great texture, and the filling can be easily customized to your taste. Plus, they make for a great meal prep option or a fun dish for gatherings.

How to make Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Making Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers is simple and fun. You just need a few ingredients and a bit of time. Here’s how you can make them at home.

Ingredients

• 6 Bell Peppers
• 1 pound 93:7 ground beef (sub with turkey if you prefer)
• 1 diced shallot
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 15-ounce can of diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

Directions

1. In a pot, start browning the ground beef over medium/high heat. Season it with salt and pepper. Once cooked, remove it from the pot and drain any excess fat.
2. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the diced shallot, drained diced tomatoes, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the garlic is golden and the shallot has softened.
3. Once the garlic is golden, mix in the tomato paste. Cook for another minute or two.
4. Add the cooked ground beef back into the pot. Pour in the marinara sauce and combine everything together. Heat the marinara sauce until warm before turning off the stove. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
5. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F.
6. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the stems and seeds from inside.
7. Spoon the ground beef mixture into each bell pepper, filling them to the top but leaving a little space for cheese.
8. Place the stuffed peppers in the air fryer and cook for 7 minutes. After that, remove them and sprinkle cheese on top. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, keeping an eye on the cheese to prevent burning.

How to serve Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Serve the stuffed peppers hot, right out of the air fryer. They can be plated individually, and you can drizzle some extra marinara sauce on top if you like. A side salad or some garlic bread would complement this dish nicely.

How to store Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

If you have leftovers, you can store stuffed peppers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer or microwave before serving.

Tips to make Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

• Feel free to customize the filling by adding vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
• You can switch up the cheese to your favorite type, such as cheddar or pepper jack, for different flavors.
• If you want to add some spice, consider adding red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.

Variation

You can easily make these stuffed peppers vegetarian by substituting the ground beef with quinoa, lentils, or other vegetables. Just ensure to season the filling well for good flavor.

FAQs

Can I use other types of meat?
Yes, you can substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or even plant-based meat alternatives.

Can I freeze stuffed peppers?
Absolutely! You can freeze them before cooking. Just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store them in a freezer bag. When ready to cook, just add a few extra minutes to the air fryer time.

How do I know when they are done?
The peppers should be tender and the cheese should be melted and bubbly. You can also use a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 165°F for safety.

Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

A quick and tasty meal featuring colorful stuffed bell peppers filled with a savory ground beef mixture, perfect for meal prep or gatherings.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 6 pieces Bell Peppers Any color bell peppers can be used.
• 1 pound 93:7 ground beef Substitute with turkey if preferred.
• 1 piece diced shallot
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 15 ounces can of diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste.
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella Can substitute with other cheeses.

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a pot, start browning the ground beef over medium/high heat. Season it with salt and pepper. Once cooked, remove it from the pot and drain any excess fat.
2. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the diced shallot, drained diced tomatoes, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the garlic is golden and the shallot has softened.
3. Once the garlic is golden, mix in the tomato paste. Cook for another minute or two.
4. Add the cooked ground beef back into the pot. Pour in the marinara sauce and combine everything together. Heat until warm, then taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Cooking

1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F.
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the stems and seeds.
3. Spoon the ground beef mixture into each bell pepper, filling them to the top but leaving space for cheese.
4. Place the stuffed peppers in the air fryer and cook for 7 minutes.
5. Remove them, sprinkle cheese on top, and cook for an additional 3 minutes, keeping an eye on the cheese to prevent burning.

Notes

For variations, add vegetables like zucchini or spinach to the filling. You can also use different types of cheese for unique flavors. If you want it spicier, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños.