Description
Loaded Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers bring all the classic flavors of a juicy cheeseburger into a hearty, low-carb meal. Tender roasted bell peppers are filled with seasoned ground beef, tangy condiments, pickles, and melty cheddar cheese for a comforting and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1/2 cup diced pickles
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional toppings: chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, extra pickles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Arrange halved bell peppers cut-side up in the baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with olive oil, diced onion, and minced garlic until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Season the beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Stir in ketchup, mustard, and diced pickles until evenly combined.
- Spoon the beef mixture generously into each bell pepper half.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over each stuffed pepper.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Remove foil during the last 5 minutes to melt and lightly brown the cheese.
- Cool slightly, add optional toppings, and serve.
Notes
- Ground turkey can be substituted for a lighter option.
- Add barbecue sauce for a smoky flavor variation.
- Mix in cooked rice for a heartier version.
- Do not overbake to keep peppers slightly firm.
- Add fresh toppings after reheating for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (2 halves)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
