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A skillet of high protein unstuffed peppers with melted mozzarella cheese and vibrant bell peppers

High Protein Unstuffed Peppers

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (93/7)
  • 3 large bell peppers (assorted colors), chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup low -sodium beef broth
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the diced onion until the meat is no longer pink.
  2. Drain any excess fat from the skillet and add minced garlic, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the chopped bell peppers, diced tomatoes, beef broth, uncooked rice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.
  5. Simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the top, and cover for 2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
  7. Serve hot as a complete meal.