Stuffed, Sauteed, & Stir-Fried Bell Pepper Recipes
Sweet and satisfying, bell peppers are a bright and colorful addition to any meal you add them to. Whether you prefer the orange, yellow, green, or red variety, bell peppers are a versatile veggie that can be used in everything from breakfast hash to Mexican stir fry. And of course, slicing them and adding them to a lunch bag is always a good option, too.
You can eat them a little al-dente or cooked to tender perfection, here are some of our favorite meals that showcase this sweet, colorful vegetable.
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Southwestern Stuffed Peppers
One of the best ways to turn bell peppers into a full meal is by stuffing them!
In this Southwestern-inspired dish, green bell peppers are stuffed with corn, beans, jalapeños, salsa, and rice, before being baked for 20 minutes.
Top your stuffed peppers with extra cheese and broil them to crispy perfection. And don't forget the sour cream and guac!
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Skillet Lemon Pepper Chicken and Garden Veggies
This bright and colorful skillet dish pairs lemon peppers chicken with a rainbow of veggies including bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes.
Coming together in about 30 minutes, this weeknight meal is a flavorful solution that doesn't take much time.
Serve this dish over quinoa or brown rice to make it a bit heartier.
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Asian Pepper Steak Kebabs
Given that char easily, of course, bell peppers are a classic ingredient in grilled kebabs.
In this recipe, sirloin steak is marinated in garlic, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, black pepper, and ginger before being paired with green peppers and onions on skewers.
Once prepped, these kebabs are grilled for just a couple of minutes and can be served with white rice and an Asian-inspired slaw.
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Potato Hash with Sausage & Fried Egg
Another great way to utilize bell peppers is in breakfast hash!
Calling for just 6 simple ingredients, this hash is easy to whip up on a weekend morning.
The recipe calls for turkey sausage, but we think our housemade breakfast sausage would be a delicious substitute.
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Find the full recipe at EatingWell
Red Beans & Rice with Chorizo and Bell Pepper Saute
If you're looking for a well-rounded weeknight meal that's warm and filling, consider this red beans and rice with chorizo!
In this saucy and flavorful Tex-Mex inspired dish, red beans and rice are topped with a tomato-chorizo mixture and sauteed bell peppers.
Top if all off with a dollop of sour cream and some fresh cilantro to add a cool contrast to the spicy chorizo.
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Charred Pepper Tacos
Taco Tuesday, anyone?
In this recipe, bell pepper is cut into slices and oven-roasted before being combined with onions, black beans, and Mexican spices.
Serve these vegetarian-friendly tacos with your favorite toppings like cheese, sour cream, salsa, and fresh-squeezed lime juice.
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Roasted Peppers with Capers & Mozzarella
When bell peppers are roasted, they take on a totally different flavor and texture that's sweet and perfectly tender.
This recipe celebrates that flavor by keeping it nice and simple. Bell peppers are roasted in the oven before being marinated with red wine vinegar, garlic, and salt.
Serve the peppers up with capers and mozzarella and a side of crusty bread for a quick appetizer.
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Sweet 'n' Sour Chicken Stir Fry
Enjoy takeout-inspired food at home with this sweet 'n' sour chicken stir fry!
Chicken, bell peppers, shallots, and pineapple are combined with a velvety sweet 'n' sour sauce that will rival your favorite takeout spot.
Serve your stir fry on top of white rice, or cauliflower rice if you want to add more veggies.
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Chicken Fajitas with Bell Peppers
Speaking of restaurant-inspired dishes, chicken fajitas are another classic way to add some bell peppers to your meal!
Strips of chicken breast are quickly seared with peppers and onions before a simple spice mixture is added.
Serve your fajitas with your favorite tortillas, salsa, cheese, sour cream, and guac.
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Pepperjack Cheesesteaks
You'll be ready to eat dinner in just under 30 minutes with this pepperjack cheesesteak recipe.
Sirloin steak, onions, green peppers, and mushrooms are cooked up together before being added to a hoagie roll and topped with melted pepper jack.
This simple recipe calls for just 9 common pantry ingredients and is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Kimchi Noodles
It pretty much goes without saying that these kimchi noodles are spicy, zippy, and totally satisfying.
Rice noodles, kimchi, shallots, garlic, ginger, and slices of mixed veggies are all tossed in an Asian-style sauce before being topped with scallions and sesame seeds.
Enjoy this dish as is, or add in some crispy tofu or a fried egg for a little extra protein.
Find the full recipe at Feasting at Home
More Bell Pepper Recipes to Try
Peach and Pepper Tacos from Forks Over Knives
Cajun Pepper Shrimp with Creamed Corn Orzo from Half Baked Harvest
Mediterranean Pepper Salad from Smitten Kitchen
Bell Pepper Oven Fries from EatingWell
Popovers with Sweet Potato Chickpea Hash from Gather and Dine
Vegan Creamy Pasta Primavera from Forks Over Knives
Vegan Fajitas from A Couple Cooks
Asparagus and Bell Pepper Quiche from Welcome to the Table