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Colorful cream cheese stuffed peppers on a white platter, perfect for appetizers and healthy snacking.
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Irresistible Cream Cheese Stuffed Peppers: Quick & Easy Recipe

Delicious cream cheese stuffed peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 bell peppers halved and seeds removed
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 block cream cheese
  • 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 onion chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the bell peppers in half, removing the seeds and membranes.
  3. In a pan over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add the chopped onion and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  4. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the beef and onion mixture. Stir well.
  5. Add the cubed cream cheese to the beef mixture and stir until melted and incorporated.
  6. Pour the can of Rotel into the pan and let it simmer until heated through.
  7. Spoon the cream cheese and beef mixture into the halved bell peppers.
  8. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for approximately 25 minutes.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving.

Notes

  • Optionally, soften the peppers in the oven for 5 minutes before filling.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs or toppings like cheese or sour cream if desired.