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Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers: Eleanor’s 1 Secret for Moist

Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers
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Make tender stuffed peppers with perfectly cooked filling using your air fryer. This method locks in moisture for a great result.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground meat (beef, turkey, or vegetarian substitute)
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Brown the ground meat with the chopped onion until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, drained diced tomatoes, cooked rice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring well.
  4. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in half of the shredded cheese.
  5. Stuff the pepper cavities evenly with the meat and rice mixture.
  6. Place the stuffed peppers in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
  7. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
  8. Remove the peppers. Top each with the remaining shredded cheese.
  9. Return to the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the cheese melts.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy this memory on a plate.

Notes

  • For extra tenderness, you can blanch the peppers in boiling water for 3 minutes before stuffing.
  • If your filling seems too dry, add a tablespoon of tomato sauce to the mixture before stuffing.
  • Adjust the air frying time depending on the thickness of your pepper walls.

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