Easy Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers Recipe

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Easy Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers are extremely easy to make and very tasty! An easy weeknight meal. These Stuffed Bell Peppers will become your new family favorite.

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Total Time18

Course: Instant Pot

Cuisine: American

Servings: Servings

Calories: 606kcal

Author: Kim Schob

Ingredients

4 green peppers cut and deseeded
1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
½ tsp Salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 onion diced
1 French onion soup can
¼ cup water
1 ½ cups rice uncooked
1 tbsp coconut oil or any cooking oil

Cups - Metric

Instructions

Activate the Sauté function on your Instant Pot.
Once it's heated, pour in some oil followed by the chopped onions, cooking them until they're golden and soft.
Next, incorporate the ground meat seasoned with salt and pepper, ensuring it's thoroughly browned and crumbled into fine pieces.
Stir in the French onion soup, rice, and a bit of water into the mix, taking care to not overly saturate the mixture since the meat will release some liquid as well.
Turn off the Sauté function, seal the lid properly, and switch the steam release valve to a sealing position.
Adjust the Instant Pot settings to cook under high pressure for 8 minutes.
Perform a quick release of the pressure once the cooking cycle completes, then stir the meat and rice filling.
Use this filling to stuff the green peppers generously.
After removing any leftover filling from the pot, pour ¼ cup of water to the bottom of the instant pot.
Place the stuffed peppers back into the pot and set your Instant Pot to cook them under high pressure steam for 4 minutes.
Wrap up the process with either a quick or natural pressure release based on your preference.

Notes

Prep the Peppers Ahead - To save time, you can prep the green peppers ahead of time. Simply wash, cut the tops off, and remove the seeds, then store them in the refrigerator until you're ready to stuff them.
Sauté the Meat Well - Make sure to brown the ground beef (or whichever meat you're using) well during the sauté step. This enhances the flavor of the meat and ensures that it's cooked through before pressure cooking.
Check the Rice Doneness - Different types of rice may require slight adjustments in water quantity or cooking time. After the initial pressure cook, check if the rice is done to your liking; if not, you can adjust accordingly.
Adjust Seasonings - Taste the filling before stuffing the peppers, and adjust the salt, pepper, or add more of your favorite seasonings if needed. This is crucial for ensuring each bite is flavorful.
Pressure Cooking Time - If your peppers are on the larger side, you might need to increase the final pressure cooking time by a minute or two to ensure they are perfectly tender.
Adding Cheese - If you're a cheese lover, consider adding a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese on the tops of the peppers 1-2 minutes before the end of the final pressure cook time. This will give you perfectly melted cheese without overcooking the peppers.
Serving Suggestion - Serve these stuffed peppers with a side of sour cream or Greek yogurt for an added tangy flavor that complements the richness of the meat and cheese.
Garnish with Fresh Herbs - For a burst of fresh flavor and a vibrant presentation, garnish the cooked stuffed peppers with chopped fresh parsley, cilantro, or basil just before serving.

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