If you love stuffed peppers but want a quicker and easier way to make them, this Air Fryer Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe is a must-try. With perfectly tender peppers and a savoury, flavour-packed filling, this dish is ideal for a hearty, homemade meal without the hassle of oven baking. The air fryer speeds up the cooking process, ensuring a deliciously juicy filling and a lightly crisped top in just 35 minutes.
Stuffed with lean minced beef, rice, tomatoes, and aromatic herbs, these peppers are both comforting and nutritious. A sprinkle of melted mozzarella cheese adds the perfect finishing touch. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or need a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is a satisfying and easy option. Plus, it’s completely customisable—swap the beef for turkey or add extra veggies for a lighter twist!
Air Fryer Stuffed Bell Peppers
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
4 large bell peppers (any colour)
450g lean minced beef
200g cooked rice
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (400g) tin diced tomatoes
100g shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
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Instructions:
1. Preparation:
Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes
In a bowl, combine cooked rice, ground beef (raw), diced onion, garlic, half of the diced tomatoes, half of the cheese, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper
2. Stuffing:
Fill each pepper with the meat and rice mixture
Don’t pack too tightly to ensure even cooking
3. Air Fryer Cooking:
Preheat air fryer to 360°F (180°C)
Brush the outside of peppers lightly with olive oil
Place stuffed peppers in the air fryer basket, standing upright
Cook for 12-15 minutes
4. Finishing:
Top peppers with remaining diced tomatoes and cheese
Cook for additional 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and golden
Cooking Tips:
For softer peppers, pre-cook them in the air fryer for 5 minutes before stuffing
If peppers won’t stand upright, create a small slice on the bottom to level them
Check internal temperature of meat mixture reaches 165°F (74°C)
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving
If your air fryer is small, work in batches
Optional Add-ins:
Corn
Black beans
Diced jalapeños
Different cheese varieties
Cooked quinoa instead of rice
Serving Suggestions:
Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro
Serve with sour cream
Add hot sauce for extra heat
Pair with a side salad
Storage:
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days
Can be frozen for up to 3 months
Reheat in air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes
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