Air Fryer Cheesy Taco Stuffed Peppers
Air Fryer Cheesy Taco Stuffed Peppers are a fun and flavorful twist on a classic dish, perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. These vibrant bell peppers are filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground beef, rice, and melted cheese, creating a satisfying meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. With customizable toppings and the ability to cook quickly in an air fryer, this recipe makes dinner a breeze. Enjoy them with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 6 bell peppers
- 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes
- 1 can tomato sauce
- Spices: chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Add diced onion and seasonings; cook until onions soften.
- Add Rotel, tomato sauce, beef broth, and uncooked rice to the skillet. Stir well and cover; cook on medium-low for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Cut off the tops of each bell pepper and remove seeds. Fill each pepper generously with the cheesy mixture.
- Place stuffed peppers in the air fryer at 400°F for about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle additional cheese on top of each pepper and return to the air fryer for an extra minute until melted.
- Serve garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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