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    Home » Recipes » Beef Dishes

    Crockpot Stuffed Peppers

    Published: Mar 30, 2022 · Modified: May 14, 2024 by Eileen Murphy Kelly

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    Crockpot Stuffed Peppers are easy, flavorful, and colorful. Plus, they make great leftovers. The best part? You can customize them to fit your own taste preferences. So, if you're looking for a delicious and hearty weeknight meal, look no further than Crockpot Stuffed Peppers!

    Mexican style stuffed peppers topped with cheese.

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    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    • Crockpot Stuffed Peppers are easy to make and only require a handful of ingredients.
    • They're packed with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied.
    • They're perfect for a weeknight meal and can easily be customized to fit your own taste preferences.

    Ingredients

    Mexican style stuffed peppers with text overlay.

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    • bell peppers in various colors
    • ground beef 80/20 is preferred
    • brown rice or cooked white rice
    • taco seasoning
    • garlic powder
    • black beans,
    • Mexican blend cheese,
    • red enchilada sauce
    • non-stick cooking spray
    • chopped fresh cilantro, optional garnish

    Equipment

    • Slow Cooker
    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
    • Measuring Spoons and Cups
    • Instant Read Thermometer

    Instructions

    This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

    1. Spray slow cooker vessel with nonstick cooking spray.
    2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef, rice, taco seasoning, garlic powder, black beans, ¾ cup Mexican blend cheese, and 1 cup enchilada sauce.
    3. Scoop the mixture into each bell pepper, mounding at the top
    4. Place the stuffed bell peppers into the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center bell pepper reaches 165°F
    5. Prior to serving, pour the rest of the enchilada sauce over the stuffed bell peppers and top the peppers with remaining cheese
    6. Replace the lid until the cheese has melted.
    7. Serve topped with additional cheese and/or chopped fresh cilantro.

    Storage

    Slow cooker stuffed peppers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

    You can also freeze them by placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet and flash freezing. Once they are frozen, you can place them into freezer bags. They will last in the freezer for 2-3 months.

    Expert Tips

    Expert Tip: Spray your slow cooker well with cooking spray so that the peppers do not stick while cooking.

    A red bell peppe stuffed with brown rice, ground beef, and beans topped with cheese. Green stuffed peppers in the background.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do you have to boil the peppers before making stuffed peppers?

    No, you do not have to boil the peppers before making stuffed peppers. However, if your peppers are on the firmer side, I would recommend blanching them in boiling water for a minute or two before stuffing them.

    How do you keep stuffed peppers from falling over?

    You can cut off the tips of the bell peppers so that they sit flat on the bottom in your slow cooker. Or, you can pack them tightly in a slow cooker so that they hold each other up.

    Can you make these ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make these ahead of time. Simply assemble the peppers and place them in the fridge. Then add to the slow cooker when you are ready to cook.

    Variations

    • Use cooked ground turkey or chicken in place of the beef.
    • Add in some chopped green onions or diced red onion.
    • Use salsa or green enchilada sauce instead of red enchilada sauce.
    • Try serving with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole on top.
    • Roasted Tomatillo Sauce would be a great substitution.
    • Not a fan of beans? Leave the black beans out.
    • For low-carb peppers, stuff with cauliflower rice instead of white rice.
    • Add more spice to your peppers by mixing in some diced jalapenos to the beef and rice mixture.

    Serving Suggestions

    • This Arugula Salad is simple to make and full of savory peppery flavor.
    • You can never go wrong with these Quick and Easy Dinner Rolls.
    • Caramel Apple Pretzel Pie is the perfect blend of sweet and salty and is a delicious way to end this comforting meal.
    • Cucumber Tomato Salad is a fantastic side salad that's easy to prepare and would be so light and fresh alongside the stuffed peppers.

    Similar recipes

    • Greek Stuffed Peppers are full of flavor and an easy weeknight dinner.
    • Instant Pot Stuffed Peppers are another great option for a tasty dinner.
    • Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches are easy to make and perfect for a family-friendly weeknight meal.
    • If you love Mexican recipes, give this Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup recipe a try.
    • Slow Cooker Mexican Beef is a simple meal that can be used in so many different ways.
    • Our Italian Sausage and Peppers are amazing and always a hit.

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    A slow cooker vessel with colorful peppers stuffed with beef and beans, topped with melted cheese.

    Crockpot Stuffed Peppers

    Delicious Mexican flavored Stuffed Peppers in the Crockpot, Perfectly seasoned ground beef, rice, and beans for a delicious dinner. Great for feeding a crowd. A freezer-friendly meal perfect for meal planning
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: crockpot stuffed peppers, Mexican stuffed peppers, slow cooker stuffed peppers
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 6 hours hours
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    Total Time: 6 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 stuffed peppers
    Calories: 435kcal
    Author: Eileen Kelly

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    Equipment Needed:

    • Slow Cooker
    • Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
    • Measuring Spoons and Cups
    • Instant Read Thermometer

    Ingredients

    • 6 medium bell peppers various colors, stems, and seeds removed
    • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 is preferred
    • 1 cup cooked brown rice or cooked white rice
    • ¼ cup taco seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 (15 ) ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 cup Mexican blend cheese, divided divide into ¾ cup and ¼ cup
    • 1 ¼ cup red enchilada sauce, divided homemade or store-bought, divide into 1 cup and ¼ cup
    • non-stick cooking spray
    • chopped fresh cilantro, optional garnsh

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    Instructions

    • Spray the bottom of a slow cooker liner with nonstick cooking spray.
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, brown rice, taco seasoning, garlic powder, black beans, ¾ cup Mexican blend cheese, and 1 cup enchilada sauce.
    • Scoop the mixture into each of the bell peppers, mounding at the top
    • Place the stuffed bell peppers into the slow cooker.
    • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center bell pepper reaches 165°F
    • Prior to serving, pour remaining enchilada sauce over the stuffed bell peppers and top the peppers with remaining cheese
    • Replace the lid until the cheese has melted.
    • Serve topped with additional cheese and/or chopped fresh cilantro.

    NOTES

    Be sure to check Variations, Expert Tips, and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe. 
    Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days.
    You can also freeze the peppers by placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet and flash freezing. Once they are frozen, you can place them into freezer bags. They will last in the freezer for 2-3 months.
    Recipes written by Everyday Eileen are for information purposes. Eileen Kelly is not a registered dietician or nutritionist. Any nutritional data we provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1stuffed pepper | Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 1688mg | Potassium: 736mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 5110IU | Vitamin C: 160mg | Calcium: 175mg | Iron: 5mg
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