Description
Air Fryer Stuffed Bell Peppers are vibrant bell peppers filled with gooey cheese and savory goodness, cooked to perfection in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, green, or orange)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional: cooked ground meat, beans, or grains for stuffing
- Shredded cheese for topping
Instructions
- Wash the bell peppers thoroughly and cut off the tops.
- Scoop out the seeds and membranes from the inside of the peppers.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add any additional ingredients like herbs or cooked meat to the mixture.
- Stuff the prepared bell peppers with the mixture, packing it tightly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (360°F) for 5 minutes.
- Place the stuffed peppers in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Cook for 10-15 minutes, checking halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool for a minute before serving.
Notes
- Choose firm and heavy bell peppers for best results.
- Feel free to experiment with different stuffing ingredients.
- Leftover stuffing can be used in salads or as a topping for baked potatoes.
- For a vegetarian option, use quinoa or rice mixed with vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Stuffed Bell Peppers, Vegetarian, Quick Meal, Family Favorite